Latest transfer rumours - August 24

All the latest transfer gossip on Wolves, Albion, Villa, Walsall and Blues.

We have scoured the back pages and the internet to bring you the latest gossip.

We are not saying they're true - just that they are out there.

WOLVES

Wolves are bracing themselves for a sell-on cash windfall today with the transfer of Everton defender Joleon Lescott to Manchester City near to completion.

ALBION

Albion have been linked with a move for much-travelled Dinamo Bucharest central defender Gabriel Tamas.

VILLA

Villa boss Martin O'Neill is ready to turn his attentions to a £6million move for Newcastle defender Steven Taylor.

WALSALL

All quiet at the Banks's Stadium.

BLUES

Birmingham boss Alex McLeish is hopeful of signing Sporting Gijon midfielder Michel despite being over-budget.