Jammu, April 24 -- One of women's basketball's brightest stars, Caitlin Clark, is reportedly close to signing a groundbreaking multi-year partnership with leading athletic brand Nike. According to trusted sources, the deal is expected to pay Clark $28 million over eight years, and will also include the development of her own signature shoe.

Still in discussions but shaping up to be a done deal, this agreement will far surpass any prior contracts signed by a women's player. Other brands showed considerable interest as well, with details emerging of a $16 million offer from Under Armour over four years. However, Nike appears set to come out on top in securing Clark's valuable name.

Establishing herself as one of the game's elite talents d...