Swansea City hope to sign Harrison Ashby on loan from Newcastle United in time for their Championship opener against Birmingham City on Saturday.
The right wing-back underwent a medical at Swansea's Fairwood training ground on Monday.
That should secure a season-long loan switch from the Magpies.
"Harrison Ashby's in the door. We're just waiting for the registration to be signed off," said Swans head coach Michael Duff.
"We wanted him in 10 days ago, but he's ultimately Newcastle's player, so we're at the hands of other people sometimes.
"We're hoping he'll be available for selection on Saturday.