Celtic & Rangers transfer mystery shrouds imminent deal
Not a big deal, right?
Well, the worldwide renowned journalist has revealed that Forbs chose Belgium over offers he'd received from Scotland, as well as other European countries.
Given he's about to move for around £7.4m, this would only leave Glasgow's big two as his potential destination.
Romano wrote on X: "Carlos Forbs is set to join Club Brugge from Ajax, here we go! Deal done for €8.5m fee.
"The player is traveling to Belgium tonight ahead of his medical tomorrow.
"Forbs opted for the Brugge project over offers from England, Italy and Scotland."
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