' Cardiff City look set to miss out on defender '

Tuesday 27th January 2015

Cardiff City look set to miss out on Stoke City's former Chelsea defender Robert Huth

Giant German defender Robert Huth had been top of Russell Slade's Cardiff City shopping list but now it appears other Premier League clubs are scrapping it out for his signature

Cardiff City look set to miss out on their bid to sign Stoke City defender Robert Huth.

Sources close to the club confirmed yesterday that the German international defender was at the top of Russell Slade's shopping list and an offer had been made to the Potters.

The Bluebirds boss had hoped Huth's lack of Premier League playing time could land him a bargain buy or even a loan move for a player who has played 19 times for the current world champions.

But WalesOnline understands there are three Premier League teams circling around the former Chelsea centre back who is keen to stay in the top flight.

Slade is unlikely to move for another central defender if he misses out on his top target because he already has Bruno Manga, Ben Turner, Sean Morrison, Matt Connolly and Danny Gabbidon in his squad, with the former now due back from Africa Cup of Nations duty.

The under-fire manager had hoped Huth’s experience would make his back five more solid but now he would only make a move if a player of similar stature and ability becomes available on loan or in budget.

Oh what a surprise.......