Marseille have confirmed they expect
veteran striker Fernando Morientes to join them on
Tuesday.
The 33-year-old former Spain international is looking for a new
club after leaving Valencia, where he has spent the past three
seasons.
Morientes,
who enjoyed a successful loan spell with Monaco in the 2003/04
season, scored 27 for his country in 47 appearances.
L'OM have confirmed they have agreed in principle a deal with
the striker, who will officially put pen-to-paper on Tuesday.
"An agreement in principle has been found this Monday afternoon
with Fernando Morientes," read a statement on the club's
official website.
"The Spanish striker, who played in the colours of Valencia in
2008/09, is available on a free transfer.
"He should be at Marseille on Tuesday to sign his contract."
skysports.