Transfer rumours - Blackburn, Bolton, Wigan, Spurs, Newcastle, Birmingham, West Ham, Middlesbrough, Reading, Nottingham Forest, Wolves, Leicester City
What the papers say ...
Blackburn are set to move for veteran 35-year-old Italian striker (Daily Mirror)
Blackburn have also inquired about Paris St Germain's 2.5m-rated left-winger Jerome Rothen.
The Times
Bolton are closing in on West Brom defender Paul Robinson and Swansea midfielder Ferrie Bodde.
The Sun
New Wigan manager Roberto Martinez says he has no plans to sell star midfielder Lee Cattermole, who is being targeted by Liverpool and Tottenham.
The Sun
Newcastle have been told they must sell striker Obafemi Martins and defender Babricio Coloccini to help smooth the sale of the club.
The Times
Meanwhile, Birmingham City are considering a loan bid for midfielder Joey Barton.
The Times
Defender Lucas Neill is ready for a U-turn and could return to Upton Park and sign a new contract at West Ham.
Daily Mail
Birmingham are interested in Middlesbrough striker Jeremie Aliadiere who is available for around 3.5m.
(Daily Mail)
Reading are set to launch a 1m bid for Nottingham Forest striker Nathan Tyson.
(The Sun)
Wolves have dismissed speculation linking them with a 1.5m move for Leicester City striker Andrew Keogh.
The Independent
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Wednesday 08 February 2012
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