The deadline day movers and shakers…

Following a lacklustre transfer of summers, we may actually witness an exciting transfer deadline day today. Here’s how it’s shaping up so far…

Xisco to Newcastle
Deportivo are claiming that they have agreed a £5.7 million deal to sell Spanish striker Xisco to Newcastle. Aston Villa were thought to be keen on the 22-year-old, but it looks like Dennis Wise and co may beat them to the punch.

Steve Finnan to Espanyol
The Spanish club are linked with a move for unwanted right-back Finnan and are of course the team that Liverpool target Albert Riera plays for, prompting the question: are cash-strapped Liverpool trying to sort out a part-exchange to cut down the winger’s asking price?

Kevin Doyle to Aston Villa
Last week The Spoiler scoffed at Doyle having a £7.5 million price tag despite mustering one goal in 27 games, but the Irish striker scored a conveniently-timed hat-trick against Crystal Palace at the weekend. Doyle admitted he still doesn’t know if he’s moving today. Will Aston Villa make a move?

Daniel Cousin to Hull
The Gabonese striker scored Rangers’ opening goal in yesterday’s Old Firm Derby before later being sent off and Walter Smith seemed pretty sure he was staying put in the post-match press conference. However it’s being reported that Hull have made a move for the 31-year-old.