Calvin Bassey, the talented Ajax defender, is on the brink of completing his departure from the Dutch Eredivisie giants, as he was left out of their training tour to Germany.

The Nigerian player is now scheduled for a medical with Fulham, a prominent English Premier League side, after expressing keen interest in joining Marco Silva's team.

Fulham reportedly faces a choice between Bassey and Southampton's Mohammed Salisu to strengthen their backline. Both African players are being considered for the left-sided centre-back position, but it appears that talks with Ajax concerning Bassey's transfer are in the final stages.

Italian transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed Fulham's intentions to finalize deals for both players. Salisu's potential move is believed to be valued at over £15m, while Bassey carries a price tag of £18m.

These signings come as Fulham faces uncertainty over the future of Nigeria's defender Tosin Adarabioyo. The club hopes to capitalize on his market value before his contract expires at the end of the upcoming season.

Talks regarding a contract extension with Adarabioyo have stalled, and Tottenham Hotspur has recently expressed interest in the 25-year-old, potentially leading to a move to north London during this summer transfer window.