Keane to land Savage

13 April 2012

Sunderland have held talks with Blackburn midfielder Robbie Savage and hope to buy him for around £1.5million.

Savage, 33, has been upset at his lack of firstteam opportunities this season.

Wanted: Robbie Savage could be on his way to Sunderland

He has sought reassurances about his future from Mark Hughes but the Blackburn manager could not guarantee him a place and needs cash to continue upgrading his squad.

Savage has also been linked with Wigan.

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