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Latest transfer rumours – July 8
Tuesday 8th July 2008, 9:00AM BST.
All the latest transfer gossip on Wolves, Albion, Villa, Walsall and Blues.
WOLVES
Cardiff are likely to take Sunderland striker Michael Chopra after Wolves ruled out a move for the player.
There is not likely to be any movement in the pursuit of Peterborough striker Aaron McLean in the next few days, as he player has joined his club’s summer training camp in Marbella.
ALBION
Albion manager Tony Mowbray could move for wantaway Cardiff defender Glenn Loovens, who could be available at a cut down price as he only has a year left on his deal at Ninian Park.
VILLA
Villa manager Martin O’Neill could end up no better off for replacing skipper Gareth Barry with Blackburn’s David Bentley, as the Ewood Park club are thought to be asking for £17million.
Newcastle are looking to hijack Chelsea midfielder Steve Sidwell’s proposed move to Villa Park.
WALSALL
Former Walsall players Edrissa Sonko and Michael Dobson could line up against the Saddlers for Tranmere next season – with both on the verge of signing deals at Prenton Park.
BLUES
The Blues have been linked with a move for Reading striker Dave Kitson.
We have scoured the back pages and the internet to bring you the latest gossip.
We are not saying they’re true – just that they’re out there.
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