Rumor, speculation, and posturing abound but the Fire's pursuit of Ghanaian striker David Accam appears to be heading to a conclusion. Accam will be in Chicago at the end of this week and is expected to sign a contract with the Fire and MLS at that time. Accam has fielded other offers but the Fire have apparently met his asking price and hope to add him as the second Designated Player acquisition this winter. The deal has been close to consummation for several days now although one report out of Ghana claimed that Accam had no interest in MLS. Another report one day later cited Accam as being open to a US move.

Regardless, sources have indicated to Fire Confidential that Chicago will soon have their man. The deal just needs to be closed later this week although Frank Yallop was cautious in an interview with ExtraTime Radio yesterday declining to comment on negotiations only saying that he "really liked the player."

Accam may not be the big name some fans have clamored for but he may be able to produce big numbers on the field and could be a cornerstone of a turnaround at Toyota Park.

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