Bruce Eyes Hutton

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is compiling a dossier on Tottenham's Scotland right back Alan Hutton as he prepares to wheel and deal in the next window. Bruce is sending his spies to check on Hutton's form as he looks for improvements throughout his team - and knowing that Spurs could be prepared to sell. Hutton is having one of his better, injury-free runs since he went to White Hart Lane, but Harry Redknapp may be open to selling him with Kyle Naughton coming through - and Kyle Walker to follow from Sheffield United. Bruce also knows he has a couple of players that Tottenham fancy and may move for in the January window, so he is keeping on top of Hutton's performances in the next couple of months.

Source: The Mirror

Martinez Looks For Kirkland Back-Up

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez is keeping an eye on Scunthorpe United's highly-rated number one Joe Murphy. Martinez is on the look-out for cover and competition for Chris Kirkland and his spies have been looking at former West Brom and Tranmere starlet Murphy. The Latics are desperate to improve that department but have turned down the chance to pick up free agent Jurgen Macho after a trial. Martinez is reviewing the futures of veteran Mike Pollitt and Richard Kingson and is keen to recruit a better second string at the DW Stadium.

Source: The Mirror

Cardiff Hijack Coventry Vokes Bid

Cardiff boss Dave Jones is ready to hijack Coventry’s bid to sign Wolves striker Sam Vokes. Coventry had agreed a deal to sign Wales international Vokes on loan last week but want to complete the switch on Thursday. And Jones is now battling to capitalise on the delay and sign the 19-year-old to boost his Bluebirds’ firepower.

Source: The Mirror

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