Source: Telegraph
Blackburn tie up deals for Franco Di Santo and Nikola Kalinic
Read the latest Premier League transfer talk [LNB]Allardyce has been determined to strengthen his attack following the departure of Roque Santa Cruz to Manchester City and Di Santo will give him a fresh option. [LNB] Related ArticlesPremier League Transfer TalkPortsmouth takeover is closeExtra-time for transfersSport on televisionChelsea Transfer TalkPremier League transfer talk - Sam Allardyce rules out Blackburn reunion with Joey BartonThe 20-year-old Argentine made only a minimal impact on the first team at Stamford Bridge after signing from Chilean side Audax Italiano in January 2008. [LNB]He will stay with Blackburn until January under the terms of the deal completed. [LNB]Rovers will then have first option on extending the deal providing Chelsea are willing to let him stay on loan for the remaining months of the season. [LNB]Di Santo could make his first appearance for Blackburn in Wednesday's home friendly against Hibernian. [LNB]Hajduk Split announced Blackburn have struck a deal to sign their Croatia international striker Nikola Kalinic. [LNB]The 21 year-old could cost Blackburn up to £12 million, according to Hajduk Split. [LNB]Kalinic was also targeted by Portsmouth this summer but Rovers had funds in place following the sale of Santa Cruz and the youngster is set to spearhead their attack in the new campaign. [LNB]
