Hull City prepares for Australian record with Lucas Herrington transfer
Hull City, owned by Acun Ilıcalı, is nearing a high-fee deal for 18-year-old center-back Lucas Herrington.
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Hull City, owned by Acun Ilıcalı, is preparing for a notable transfer for its defensive line. The new Premier League side has reached an agreement with 18-year-old Australian center-back Lucas Herrington, who plays for the Colorado Rapids.
If the transfer is made official, it is stated that Hull City will pay a transfer fee of 17 million dollars plus 6 million dollars in bonuses for the young footballer. With these figures, Herrington could claim the title of the most expensive player in Australian football history.
It is stated that if the young defender's transfer is completed, he will be the only Australian national team player currently playing in the Premier League. This move by Hull City is considered one of the significant steps showing that the club is focusing on young and high-potential names in its new season restructuring.
Hull City Chairman Acun Ilıcalı also confirmed their interest in Herrington. Speaking to the BBC, Ilıcalı responded to a question about whether the player was on their transfer list by saying, "He has huge potential. He is a very young player. I think he will be one of the stars of the future."
If the deal is officially completed, Herrington will hold a special place both on Hull City's transfer agenda and within the transfer records of Australian football.