Bolton Wanderers are reportedly set to step up their pursuit of Blues striker Joe Garner, while Sheffield United are said to remain interested in much-coveted Town frontman Martyn Waghorn.
Garner, 30, has been on the Trotters’ radar for much of the summer but with Bradford’s Charlie Wyke believed to be their number one target.
However, Wyke is now on the verge of joining Sunderland and, according to the Bolton News, that will see Phil Parkinson’s club up their interest in Garner ahead of the transfer window closing next Thursday.
Garner was initially linked with Bolton in late June when it was said they were willing to pay £500,000 for his services with the former Preston man believed to be keen on a return to his native North-West.
Meanwhile, Sheffield United remain interested in Blues striker Martyn Waghorn, according to the Sheffield Star.
The Blades had a bid for Waghorn turned down a month ago with manager Chris Wilder subsequently saying Town’s valuation of last season’s 16-goal top scorer is beyond them. Nevertheless, they are still said to be keeping a watching brief.
However, Derby and Middlesbrough remain very much the frontrunners for the 28-year-old’s signature, although speaking earlier today, Rams manager Frank Lampard said his club currently have no bids in for players, although he expects more ins and outs before the deadline.
No one has yet met the Blues’ valuation for Waghorn, while Town want to get another striker signed before they would be willing to allow the South Shields-born frontman to move on.
The Blues have made a £1.5 million offer to Accrington for Kayden Jackson, who is also believed to be interesting a number of other Championship clubs including QPR also interested.