Leon Bailey is closing in on a permanent move from Aston Villa to Hull City after club owner Acun Ilıcalı confirmed the transfer is progressing towards completion. Leon Bailey's Hull City Transfer Nears Completion as Key Dealmaker Breaks SilenceSource: Getty ImagesHull Close In on Bailey DealHull City have been in talks with Aston Villa throughout July after Bailey made it clear he wanted to continue playing in the Premier League. After speaking with Bailey's father, Charlson said he immediately contacted Hull City to explore the possibility of a deal. "I have a very healthy relationship with Hull City Football Club, the owner Acun Ilıcalı and the CEO Mustafa Yokes. After speaking to Leon Bailey's father, I immediately was on the phone to Hull City and now it looks like it may progress through to completion."