Transfer rumours – December 27

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.

WOLVES

Former Wolves manager Mick McCarthy will try and barter with his former club to take Richard Stearman to Ipswich for £1.5million.

WEST BROM

Leicester have apparently moved into pole position to sign West Brom striker Chris Wood, who is still on loan at Championship side Millwall.

ASTON VILLA

Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke emerged as a target for Premier League rivals Tottenham before yesterday's meeting between the two sides.

BIRMINGHAM

Birmingham goalkeeper Jack Butland is likely to fetch in excess of £10million if he leaves next month with Liverpool on the trail of the Blues No 1.

WALSALL

All quiet at the Banks's Stadium today.