Espanyol striker Raul Tamudo is set to come on the open market - immediately.

Tamudo's deal expires in June, but Sport says after clashes between the club and his management, the former Espanyol captain is ready to enter talks about a release from his agreement.

Espanyol have agreed, which could see Tamudo become a free agent well before the January market.

The Spain international striker likes the idea of moving to England, where he counts on Wigan Athletic, Hull City and West Ham United as among a raft of admirers.