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.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.Amid reported interest from Everton and a series of other Barclays Premier League clubs, Newcastle have now started to look elsewhere. Red alert: Sunderland are set to swoop for Sheffield United defender KilgallonHowever, 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.  Sunderland move for Kilgallon could prompt fresh Everton bid for Senderos NORTHERN EXPOSURE: Southgate stays calm as Gibson sticks the boot inSUNDERLAND FC

Source: Daily_Mail