RAFA BENITEZ has made an enquiry for Darren Bent. The
£14million-rated Charlton ace has become the No1 summer target for
Liverpool boss Benitez after Barcelona hitman Samuel Etoo revealed
he wants to stay in Spain.
Bent, 23, bagged 15 goals last term despite Charlton being
relegated and scored on the final day of the season in a 2-2 draw
at Anfield. West Ham are also keen but rate the England star at
nearer £10m.
The Hammers have already indicated they can pay Bent in the region
of £60,000 a week and it is unclear whether Liverpool will match
it. Bent is on holiday and has told backroom staff at The Valley he
is in no hurry to leave. But Charlton want to cash in quickly and
raise funds so boss Alan Pardew can prepare for next season.
