Aston Villa preparing for another big move

Crystal Palace step into the "race"

Crystal Palace have made a surprising step forward in the race for Darren Bent.

Gomis move to Newcastle hits snag

Fulham may make Bent move by Friday

Martin Jol may make a move for Darren Bent by week's end.

Crystal Palace joins Bent fray

After thinking that Fulham had the Darren Bent signing wrapped up on Friday, we're now suddenly in a three-team battle for the striker.

Newcastle signing may have big Aston Villa impact

Newcastle have agree to terms with Lyon for Bafetimbi Gomis. This could mean a lot for Aston Villa.

Newcastle reaffirms Bent interest

Alan Pardew says he expects to nab Bent in bidding war with Fulham.

Fulham start Bent bidding war

Move over, Gareth Bale, the day's real transfer news is the bidding war over a proven English veteran striker.

AVFC ready for another striker move

After the re-signing of Christian Benteke, Aston Villa are preparing to make another striker move.

Newcastle looking to make Bent bid

While all the attention has been on Christian Benteke, Aston Villa may be moving a step closer to selling another part of their attack.

Bent, Given, among others likely leaving AVFC

We've had some idea that these players aren't part of Villa's plans, but when might we see them leave?

Price put on Bent's head

Aston Villa are willing to let Darren Bent go for less than half what they paid for him two and a half years ago. But the real sticking point will be Bent's high wages.

Newcastle interested in Darren Bent

Newcastle United are interested in acquiring Darren Bent from Aston Villa. No word yet if Alan Pardew has a single daughter.

Surprise! Darren Bent allowed to leave Villa

Aston Villa have agreed to let Darren Bent leave the club this summer, although it is doubtful they will be able to recover anything close to the £24m fee they paid Sunderland in January 2011.