Bent Interest Knocked Back Since Kinnear Arrival

Despite the constant rumours that Newcastle are after Darren Bent . . that was BEFORE the arrival of Joe Kinnear. And since then Alan Pardew's wish-list has gone on the fire. Aston Villa confirmed today that they have not yet had any enquiries over Bent. They are willing to sell the former England striker for £8million, and apparently Newcastle were top of the sides "interested". But so far Villa have heard nothing. Bent, 29, is their record signing as he cost £18m plus add-ons when he joined in 2011. But last season the forward started just 12 matches, and boss Paul Lambert has no plans for him as a regular first teamer next term. Source: Newcastle United Mad

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