Oxford line up move for free agent Karacan

HITC Sport understands Oxford are closing in on former Bolton midfielder Jem Karacan.

Jem Karacan of Bolton Wanderers in action during the pre season friendly match between Bolton Wanderers and Stoke City at Macron Stadium on July 29, 2017 in Bolton, England.

Former Bolton Wanderers midfielder Jem Karacan is in talks with Oxford United over a possible move to the Kassam Stadium, HITC Sport understands from sources close to the club.

Karacan is a free agent this summer after leaving Bolton at the end of last season when his contract expired.

Karacan joined Bolton in March 2017 and helped them win promotion from League One to the Championship.

The former Turkey Under-21 international scored two goals in 23 appearances for Bolton during his time at the club.

A number of teams have shown an interest in signing Karacan on a free transfer, but Oxford have moved quickly and are hopeful of bringing the all-action midfielder to the Kassam Stadium.

Milton Keynes Dons manager Karl Robinson looks on prior to the Sky Bet League One match between Milton Keynes Dons and Port Vale at StadiumMK on October 9, 2016 in Milton Keynes, England.

Oxford boss Karl Robinson has been busy in this summer’s transfer window as he looks to reshape his squad following a disappointing campaign last season, and he sees Karacan as a key addition to his plans for the new campaign as he looks to mount a bid for promotion.

Karacan started his career at Reading before joining Galatasaray as well as having loan spells with Bournemouth, Millwall and Bursaspor.

Jem Karacan (L) of Bolton challenges Joe Rothwell (R) of Oxford during the Sky Bet League One match between Oxford United and Bolton Wanderers at the Kassam Stadium on March 21, 2017 in...

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Oxford line up move for free agent Karacan