Derby County are set to finally complete the signing of Djurgardens goalkeeper Jacob Widell Zetterstrom after a breakthrough with his current club.
With just two days until the Championship season begins, Derby remains without a first-choice goalkeeper.
Joe Wildsmith who was fantastic for the Rams last season was shockingly released at the end of last season, with the player since moving across Championship rivals West Brom.
The Rams fans have been crying out for a replacement all summer, knowing that they will need a solid player between the sticks to help them survive in the division this year.
However, after a long wait for their man, he could finally be on his way, with his current club seemingly ready to give the green light for his transfer
Zetterstrom Set For Derby Transfer.
According to Derby County News, Derby County are poised to complete the signing of Swedish goalkeeper Jacob Widell Zetterstrom from Djurgardens.
The clubs had already agreed on a £1.4 million fee a few weeks ago, with Zetterstrom already completing his medical with the Rams. However, there was a stumbling block in the completion of the deal.
Due to the 26-year-old’s importance in their side, Djurgardens refused to allow the goalkeeper to leave until they signed a replacement, mainly due to the fact the Allsvenskan League is already in motion.
They have since confirmed the signing of Al-Fateh goalkeeper Jacob Rinne, meaning the club can finally give the go-ahead for Derby to sign their star man.
Zetterstrom currently leads the Allsvenskan in clean sheets and has been a vital part of a side that currently sits in second place in the league.
The Swedish international has drawn many admirers but the Rams are the ones who will land his signature this summer. A massive coup for Paul Warne’s side as they attempt to establish themselves back as a top Championship side this season.
Although the deal will not be completed before their opening game of the campaign against Blackburn Rovers this Friday, they will hope it will be done soon so Zetterstrom can be embedded into their side quickly and get used to Championship football ahead of a long season for the Swede.