West Bromwich Albion in talks over Marc-Antoine Fortune

Jan 8 2009 by Chris Lepkowski

ALBION are in advanced talks with AS Nancy over a loan move for Marc-Antoine Fortune.

The Baggies want to sign the 27-year-old for the rest of the season after watching him several times this season.

Tony Mowbray has made several personal checks on his performances and been impressed.

Discussions with the French club are on-going but are not yet complete.

There are some fine details which still need to be agreed with the French club, such as the exact terms of the loan and fees involved.

If those are successful, Albion will need to discuss personal terms with the player, but that should pose few problems, not least as Fortune has expressed a wish to join.

“My agent told me about West Brom’s interest, and I also read that in the press,” said Fortune.

“To be honest, I’m dying to play Premier League football, as it has always been my favourite league.

“Of course, playing for West Brom would be an interesting challenge, but we are yet to start talking with them.

“I’m aware of the fact they aren’t in the ideal position in the league,