Portsmouth is close to agreeing a deal to bring Abu Kamara back to the club. The 23-year-old Hull City winger is expected to finalize his return to the south coast in the coming days.
Kamara joined Hull City from Norwich City two years ago on a four-year contract. Hull paid an initial £3.5 million for the winger, with an additional £1 million in add-ons.
Despite that investment, Kamara has fallen down the pecking order at MKM Stadium, making a transfer a logical next step for his career.
Negotiations for his return to Portsmouth are advancing with his representatives at Concilium Sport. The clubs have aligned on a transfer fee, removing a key hurdle and shifting focus to the player's side of negotiations.
Obstacles remain, believed to lie between Kamara and his agent. His advisors are keen to wait until later in the transfer window to assess other potential interest before committing.
Rich Hughes, Portsmouth's transfer chief, has reiterated the club's commitment to finding an agreement. Portsmouth is confident a deal with Hull City can be reached.
Charlton Athletic has also shown interest in Kamara, adding competition Portsmouth must account for as it manages the agent's strategy.
Bringing back a player who knows the club and its system — and who is looking for more playing time — strengthens Portsmouth's attacking options. The club believes the issues on Kamara's side can be resolved to push the move through.
