Source: Daily_Mail
Sunderland ready to get one over rivals Newcastle with £1.75m raid for Kilgallon
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is hoping to succeed where Newcastle failed in luring Matthew Kilgallon to the North-East.[LNB]The 26-year-old Sheffield United defender was one of Magpies boss Chris Hughton's three top transfer targets for this month, although his hopes if landing the player - who is out of contract at the end of the season - were dealt a blow when his agent announced he had decided to stay at Bramall Lane.[LNB]Amid reported interest from Everton and a series of other Barclays Premier League clubs, Newcastle have now started to look elsewhere.[LNB] Red alert: Sunderland are set to swoop for Sheffield United defender Kilgallon[LNB]However, it is understood that Bruce, who has made no secret of his desire to strengthen his defensive resources, has shown his hand and is attempting to persuade the York-born player.[LNB] Sunderland move for Kilgallon could prompt fresh Everton bid for Senderos NORTHERN EXPOSURE: Southgate stays calm as Gibson sticks the boot inSUNDERLAND FC