Fulham have reportedly withdrawn from a deal to sign Aston Villa striker Darren Bent.
The Cottagers were believed to be favourites to sign the out-of-favour forward following reports that they were prepared to lodge a £5m bid.
Despite being close to clinching the deal, Fulham have pulled out due to Bent's £80,000-a-week wage demands, according to The Express.
It appears that Fulham's decision has paved the way for fellow Premier League outfit Newcastle United to make a bid.
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Danielle Joynson
Danielle Joynson
