West Brom in pole position to sign Craig Gardner
Albion were today in pole position to sign Craig Gardner.
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Gardner, who moved to Wearside from Birmingham in a £6m deal in 2011, has been tracked by the Baggies throughout his time in the North East after he hinted early on that he was keen to return to the West Midlands.
Sunderland decided not to sell Gardner to a relegation rival in January but, after staying in the top flight following a fabulous end to the season under Guy Poyet, the Black Cats will not be offering him a new contract.
Albion have continued to keep tabs on the boyhood Blues fan and believe that a deal could be done quickly once their new boss is appointed and gives it the green light.
