Braintree's Kyrell Lisbie is reportedly on the verge of joining Millwall in a £3m deal, with the Lions looking to bolster their squad ahead of the new season. The 22-year-old winger has impressed in his time at Peterborough United, scoring 11 goals and providing seven assists in 44 appearances last season.
What's the latest on the transfer?
Millwall are reportedly close to completing a deal for Lisbie, with the player undergoing a medical and the final touches being put on the paperwork. The Lions are set to offer an initial £3m up front, with add-ons that could see Peterborough United pocketing as much as £6m in time.
Why is this transfer important for Braintree?
Lisbie's departure will be a significant blow to Braintree, who are currently struggling in the National League. The team has won just one of their last five games, and are currently 72 points behind leaders York. In their last outing, Braintree suffered a 5-1 defeat to Tamworth, with the team's recent form reading 0W-0D-5L.
What's next for Braintree?
Braintree will be looking to regroup and refocus ahead of their next game, with the team's manager and players facing a tough task in trying to turn their season around. With Lisbie's departure, the team will be looking to other players to step up and fill the void left by his departure.
Recent form: Braintree's struggles continue
Braintree's recent form has been a cause for concern, with the team losing their last five games in a row. The team's current league standing is 23rd in the National League, with 36 points from 46 games. They have scored 38 goals and conceded 76, leaving them with a -38 goal difference.
Transfer update: Braintree's Lisbie linked with Millwall move
Braintree's Kyrell Lisbie is reportedly on the verge of joining Millwall in a £3m deal, with the Lions looking to bolster their squad ahead of the new season. The 22-year-old winger has impressed in his time at Peterborough United, scoring 11 goals and providing seven assists in 44 appearances last season. With Lisbie's departure, Braintree will be looking to other players to step up and fill the void left by his departure.
