Hellas Verona is reportedly close to completing the signing of 23-year-old Nigerian forward Gift Orban from Hoffenheim. He has scored four goals in thirteen appearances for the German club. According to Sky Sport, the deal is nearing completion. Orban joined the Bundesliga just seven months ago for a fee of 9 million euros plus 3 million in bonuses and a 7.5% future resale percentage in favor of Lyon. His contract at Hoffenheim is due to expire in June 2029, and his market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €10 million. The player has also been linked with Toulouse.