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Swansea striker Jason Scotland's switch to Wigan has moved a step closer after the two clubs agreed a transfer fee.

The Latics lodged an official bid with the Swans on Tuesday and chairman Huw Jenkins said he and the board needed a couple of days to consider it.

It has now been accepted and the player will discuss personal terms, although that is unlikely to be a stumbling block.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez already has a close relationship with the Trinidad and Tobago international having managed him at the Liberty Stadium before he moved to Wigan to replace Steve Bruce as manager.

Scotland is set to become the Spaniard's third signing since he took over last month after midfielders Jordi Gomez, whom Martinez had on loan at Swansea last season, was bought from Espanyol and Honduras international Hendry Thomas arrived from Deportivo Olimpia.

"Obviously we are disappointed to lose Jason,'' said Jenkins. "But I think it was inevitable considering his age (30) and his burning desire to play in the Premier League while he has the chance.

"He will obviously be teaming up with Roberto again, but even if we hadn't had a change of manager I believe Jason would have moved up a league anyway.

"He made no secret of the fact that he wanted to play in the Premier League and everyone at the club believes he has earned that chance.

"To score 53 goals in two seasons says it all and on behalf of everyone connected with Swansea City I would like to thank him for his efforts.

A staterment on the Wigan athletic website said: "Wigan Athletic are delighted to confirm that the Club have agreed a fee with Swansea City for the transfer of Jason Scotland.

"The player has been given official permission to speak with Latics and he has been in Wigan to undergo a medical and discuss personal terms.

"However, the transfer is far from complete and the player will not be unveiled until the situation over his permission to work in this country is resolved, and this could take some time."

PA Sport