8:00am Friday 3rd July 2009
By Anthony Marshall
IT looks like being a case of one in, one out at the County Ground next week, as Danny Wilson’s squad rebuilding continues ahead of the 2009-10 season.
While prized asset Simon Cox just needs to pass a medical to complete his £2million transfer to Championship outfit West Brom, Wilson is in talks to bring in a third signing of the summer.
Town’s boss is understood to be discussing terms with former Newcastle winger Alan O’Brien, who was released by Hibernian at the end of the season.
The 24-year-old Republic of Ireland international is being tracked by a handful of League One clubs, but Wilson has made his move early to land the pacy wideman.
Meanwhile Cox’s transfer to the Baggies appears almost be cut and dried after new manager Roberto Di Matteo gave the switch his blessing.
A £2million fee was agreed between the clubs last week - a time when there was no-one in the Hawthorns hotseat.
However, with ex-MK Dons chief Di Matteo unveiled yesterday, he immediately approved the Cox move.
“I am aware of the deal and that we have agreed terms,” said the Italian.
“The player will be coming next week for a medical. He’s a player I know well he’s got a good scoring record and I am very happy for the deal to go ahead. I will be happy to have him as part of my squad.”
Meanwhile ex-Town striker Barry Corr has signed for League One rivals Exeter City.
The big Irishman was expected to spend pre-season training with Bournemouth but has agreed a permanent switch to St James’ Park.
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