Tigers set for Juninho talks
Skysports.com can confirm Hull are set to hold talks with Juninho over a possible move.
Skysports.com can confirm Hull are set to hold talks with Juninho over a possible move to The KC stadium.Hull are lining up an ambitious swoop for the former Middlesbrough hero as they look to signal their intent in the Championship under new owner Paul Duffen.
Juninho is looking for a new club after leaving Flamengo last month and he is considering a return to England.
The Brazilian's agent Jonathan Hassall confirmed Juninho was set to meet Hull to discuss the possibility of moving back to England.
"It is true that we are planning to meet Hull to have talks over a move," Hassall told skysports.com
"Juninho is expected to fly into the country in the next 48 hours and we will then meet with Hull.
"We will go to see what Hull have got to say and what they have on offer.
"Juninho is keen on a move back to England as his heart has always been in England."
Hull could face a fight to sign the World Cup winner with clubs in Brazil and Qatar also chasing the diminutive playmaker.
"Juninho has got offers from other clubs in Brazil as well as other clubs on the continent and we will wait and see what is the best for him," added Hassall.
