Robson ready to bid for Bridge and Bridges


By Matthew Jones
May 25 2003

Sir Bobby Robson is ready to make bids for Southampton fullback Wayne Bridge, and Leeds United striker, Michael Bridges - he wants Bridges to prove his fitness though before any offer is made. Newcastle United boss Sir Bobby Robson is preparing a to bid £7 million for Southampton fullback Wayne Bridge.

The Sunday Express says that Robson will move for the England international left-back this week and hopes to tie up a deal before the end of the month.

Bridge has said that he is happy at St Mary's and Soutampton chairman Rupert Lowe will be reluctant to sell the defender.

Newcastle also want Leeds United striker Michael Bridges.

Sir Bobby wants to sign the 24 year-old Geordie, but will not be risking a bid until he can prove his FULL fitness.

Both Robson and chairman Freddy Shepherd have been following the progress of Bridges for the past 18 months and are willing to offer £1 million for the ex-Sunderland striker.

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