Chinese side Tianjin Teda seek to make loan deal permanent for Anderlecht star Frank Acheampong

Anderlecht midfielder Frank Acheampong is set to make his loan switch to Chinese Super League side Tianjin Teda permanent, the player's agent has hinted.

Oliver König has revealed the 24-year-old is 'feeling' good in China and could make the deal permanent when the current loan deal expires

The 24-year-old completed a six-month loan deal to the club in the summer.

The Ghana international has enjoyed an excellent start to life in the China, quickly becoming a crowd favourite.

And the representative of the Ghana international Oliver König has confirmed the versatile African could stay at the club longer than expected

"Frank is under contract in China until December 31. By that time, the leaders will decide whether to raise the option or not," said  König

"What I can say to you is that Frank is now feeling very good in China and he is happy to evolve in this championship where he meets big stars every week. "

"The club was badly loaded in the league and the coach had no more control over the locker room.A new coach arrived  and he put the order back.

"It was a simple start for Frank, he had to adapt to a game totally different from what he knew in Europe. He ended up flourishing and Tianjin has successfully completed his rescue mission."

Tianjin paid $ 3 million to sign the Ghanaian on loan and must  add $ 3.5 million to sign him permanently.

The Chinese side are seeking to further midfield options ahead of next season and the Ghanaian appears firmly part of their plans.

And Tianjin Teda faithful will be boosted by the news the midfield star may join permanently.

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