Wigan accept Moses bid from Chelsea

Wigan Athletic have accepted a bid for Victor Moses from Chelsea after their valuation was finally met by the Blues.

The midfielder was the target of four unsuccessful bids by Roberto Di Matteo’s side but Wigan owner Dave Whelan agreed to sell the player on Thursday.

The club announced that the 21-year-old was now free to discuss personal terms with the London club.

A Wigan statement read: “The club can confirm that after four unsuccessful bids from Chelsea for Victor Moses, a fifth bid has today finally met the valuation and terms set by Wigan Athletic and been accepted. The player has been given permission to speak with Chelsea.”

Moses has played for England at youth level but has since pledged his allegiance to his country of birth, Nigeria, and is now a member of their senior line-up.

He played a full match in Wigan’s 2-0 defeat to Chelsea in their Premier League opener on Sunday.