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Grace Clinton has made 16 appearances for England
BBC Sport women’s football news reporter
Manchester United and England midfielder Grace Clinton is closing in on a move to Manchester City before Thursday's transfer deadline.
The 22-year-old has attracted interest from several clubs this summer with just a year remaining on her contract and no renewal agreed.
Local rivals City are in talks to reach a deal with United before 23:00 BST on Thursday, while England midfielder Jess Park is set to move the other way.
Park, 23, who was also part of England's Euro 2025-winning squad, was set for a medical at Carrington on Wednesday evening.
United see Park as a high-quality addition and while the deals are separate, she is considered a strong replacement for Clinton.
United were keen to keep Clinton, but they would rather cash in on the England international and avoid losing her for free next year.
In previous seasons United lost striker Alessia Russo and goalkeeper Mary Earps after the expiry of their contracts following failed contract renewal negotiations.
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