Sunderland, Fulham join Osaze race

Osaze Odemwingie

Four Premier League clubs Sunderland,  West Ham, Hull and Fulham were on Sunday  credited with an interest in West Brom frontman  Osaze Odemwingie.

According to Skysports, the  31-year-old has been looking to leave the Hawthorns since his proposed January move to QPR fell through.

With little chance of him being offered a clean slate with the Baggies, it is expected that the Nigeria international will be on the move this summer.

As a proven goalscorer at the highest level, it comes as no surprise to find that numerous clubs are readying an approach for his services.

 Osaze, who  has also been linked with Crystal Palace, could be available for as little as £1.5m.

But it seems unlikely that Sunderland  would look to boost their front-line with the Nigerian.

Sunderland’s transfer policy this summer has centred around promising youngsters from abroad, with the potential for re-sale value, or those available for reasonable fees and wages.

Meanwhile, with Osaze  is expected to depart after his behaviour last season, West Brom manager Steve Clarke is chasing Tottenham striker Clint Dempsey  to add more options to his forward line. Romelu Lukaku has returned to Chelsea after his loan.

West Brom are facing problems to sign Dempsey with Spurs looking to receive at least £6m  for the American, his wages are also thought to be too high for the Baggies.