Birmingham City manager Harry Redknapp believes signing Afriyie Acquah will complement his team in this seasons English Championship.
Acquah is expected to finalise a deal this week to the Championship side from Italian side Torino.
Director of Football Jeff Vetere watched Acquah's impressive display for Torino in their 1-1 draw at Bologna in their Serie A opener last Sunday.
And it’s his physical qualities that has persuaded Redknapp to shell out.
''We’re hoping we can get him through the door and we’re looking to build a good team,'' Redknapp told the Birmingham Mail.
''He’s a strong midfield player, he can play, he's got a real engine on him.
''He’s a good all-round midfield player, a powerhouse. He plays for Ghana so he’d be a good acquisition for us.
''Sulley (Muntari) was a good player for me and he’s the same, aggressive. Ghana have had lots of good midfield players over the years so hopefully he will be a good signing for us."