Greg Halford permitted to hold talks

Last updated : 21 June 2009 By Bladesmadeditor
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Before the play-off final on the 25th May, we broke the news that the talisman is more than likely to be at Bramall Lane next season after a glittering loan spell. Click here to view the article.

Media associations in the North East are announcing that new Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is to allow Halford to depart along with Paul McShane, Anthony Stokes and Carlos Edwards. Blades Mad believe that Kevin Blackwell is to lodge a £1.5m bid for his services.

Halford has been linked with fierce play-off final opponents Burnley but he has confirmed on his Facebook page that there has been 'no offer' from the Clarets 'and there never will be'.

Greg aged 24-years-old featured over 40 times for the red and white wizards in the previous campaign, and was a key factor in the Blades getting so close to top flight football. He also bagged 7 goals from defence, midfield and strike.