Charlton are reported to have received two firm bids for ex-Town striker Darren Bent. Spurs are said to have offered £8 million for the England frontman, while West Ham have tabled a bid of £12 million plus a player.

The Hammers are understood to have offered the Addicks either former Town loan striker Marlon Harewood or midfielder Hayden Mullins in addition to the cash. However, Charlton are believed to want neither player and continue to hold out for a straight £15 million.

Everton, Newcastle, Arsenal and Liverpool have all also been linked with Bent since Charlton's relegation to the Championship in May all but confirmed his move away from the Valley.

Town are due 20% of the profit the Addicks make on the £2.6 million they paid the Blues for Bent. A fee of £15 million would land Town a £2.48 million windfall.

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