Samba chase hots up

Wednesday, 11/01/2012

Tottenham are favourites to land in-demand defender Christopher Samba.

The Blackburn Rovers centre-half is wanted by Spurs, QPR and big-spending Paris Saint Germain.

Spurs boss Harry Redknapp believes the success and pulling power of his side gives him an edge in the race for the player.

But he knows that former Blackburn boss Mark Hughes, now QPR manager, will also look to raid his former club.

PSG boss Carlo Ancelotti is believed to have been in contact with Ewood Park officials about a possible bid.

Hughes signed Samba, 27, joined from Hertha BSC for just £500,000 in 2007.

The Congo international is now Rovers' captain and has made 184 appearances for the club.

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