Bent could make shock return from injury at Wigan, reveals Bruce

26 November 2009 23:31
On the comeback trail: Sunderland's Darren Bent[LNB]Sunderland top scorer Darren Bent is in line for a surprise appearance at Wigan on Saturday. [LNB]The £10million record signing was expected to be out for three weeks after injuring his hamstring in last week's 1-0 over Arsenal. [LNB]But Sunderland boss Steve Bruce revealed the former Spurs striker has trained this week and he has not been ruled out of playing on his return to Wigan. Bruce is hoping the injury is not a tear. [LNB]He said: 'He has been in the gym all week and trained with us today and if there are no repercussions he could be involved at Wigan. [LNB]'That would be fantastic news for this club. Seeing him out there has given everyone a lift.'[LNB] Sunderland boss Steve Bruce tells Wigan chief: Let me take 'dodgy signings' Rodallega and N'Zogbia off your hands! Steve Bruce ready to play peacemaker for Sunderland playmaker Andy Reid and heal bust-up with Republic of Ireland Harry Redknapp prepares £6m Anton Ferdinand rescue bid after Steve Bruce removes defender from long-term Sunderland plans SUNDERLAND FC

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