Everton Accept Manchester City Jack Rodwell Bid

The official Everton website announced that the club have agreed to an undisclosed fee with Manchester City for the transfer of Jack Rodwell.

The 21-year-old has made good progress with the Toffees in recent seasons and made his senior England debut in 2011.

However, the youngster's career has been stunted slightly by a recurring Achilles injury that has flared up in recent seasons.

The Daily Mail are reporting that the fee is around the £15 million mark and that Rodwell will undergo a medical at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday evening.

The Southport-born defensive midfielder has made 85 Premier League appearances for Everton, but he has been linked with moves away from Goodison Park in recent seasons.

Rodwell's arrival could signal the departure of Holland international Nigel de Jong, who is currently in the final year of his contract with Manchester City.

The news comes mere hours before City will face off against Chelsea for the FA Community Shield.

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