Transfer rumours – January 13
Friday 13th January 2012, 9:46AM GMT.
Expressandstar.com brings you a Friday the 13th edition of transfer talk from Wolves, West Brom, Aston Villa, Birmingham and Walsall.
We have scoured the back pages and the internet to bring you the latest gossip.
We are not saying they are true – just that they are out there.
WEST BROM
West Bromwich Albion manager Roy Hodgson is considering a move for Reading striker Noel Hunt.
Hodgson has also shown interest in Bristol City’s £4m-rated forward Nicky Maynard and allowed reserve striker Chris Wood to join City on loan.
Rhys Williams insists he is happy and content at current club Middlesbrough amidst reports of Premier League interest from the likes of Albion, Aston Villa, Bolton and Newcastle United.
Sunderland boss Martin O’Neill is determined to keep midfielder Craig Gardner on Wearside despite suitors looking to cash in on his homesickness, including Albion.
WOLVES
As above, Sunderland boss Martin O’Neill wants to keep midfielder Craig Gardner on Wearside despite interest from the likes of Wolves.
David Davis is to join league one outfit Chesterfield until April 15. Ashley Hemmings’ loan spell at Plymouth Argyle has been extended until the end of the season.
ASTON VILLA
Aston Villa are said to be considering a move for former Birmingham City defender Scott Dann.
New Aston Villa striker Robbie Keane admits he could be sitting on an American beach – but his love for football brought him to Birmingham.
Rhys Williams insists he is happy and content at current club Middlesbrough amidst reports of Premier League interest from the likes of Albion, Aston Villa, Bolton and Newcastle United.
BIRMINGHAM
Having missed out on Chris Wood, nothing new for Blues today.
WALSALL
Nothing for Saddlers.
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