Evans statement expected Thursday amidst reports of a deal

Oldham hope to make a statement about Ched Evans on Thursday as a deal for signing the convicted rapist moves closer.

Discussions between the League One club and the Professional Footballers’ Association have continued over a possible signing of the 26-year-old, despite vociferous opposition.

“There will be no statement on Wednesday about Ched Evans but hopefully on a Thursday there will be,” a club spokesman told The Guardian.

There have also been reports that Evans and the club have agreed personal terms ahead of any signing.

Ched Evans has agreed personal terms with Oldham Athletic [Sky Sports] pic.twitter.com/I3KBKKszFv

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