HITC Sport understands Sheffield United are keen on Derby striker David Nugent.
Sheffield United have made an enquiry for Derby County striker David Nugent, HITC Sport understands from sources close to the club.
United boss Chris Wilder is in the market for striking reinforcements as he looks to strengthen his squad before the close of the transfer window next month.
United have made a club record bid for Ipswich Town forward Martyn Waghorn, but are yet to agree a fee for the former Rangers man.
The Blades are weighing up possible alternatives if they are not able to land Waghorn and Nugent is thought to figure highly on their wanted list.
Nugent’s future at Derby is uncertain as new Rams boss Frank Lampard assesses the squad he has inherited at the Pride Park Stadium.
Lampard is actively looking to bolster his attacking options and any new arrivals could push Nugent down the pecking order at Derby.
Derby already have Matej Vydra, Chris Martin, and Cameron Jerome fighting for places in the starting XI and competition for places will only increase if more forwards arrive before the close of the transfer window.
The former England international is in the final year of his contract at Derby and the club could decide to cash-in on Nugent.
Nugent boasts a wealth of experience having made close to 600 appearances in his career to date, scoring 161 goals and he could prove to be an astute signing for United if they firm up their interest.
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