Sunderland have made a 1.5million bid for Aston Villa’s Habib Beye. The former Newcastle full-back has failed to settle at Aston Villa after joining in the summer.

Habib Beye said his desire to stay in the Premier League was behind his decision to sign a three-year contract with Aston Villa.

Aston Villa have sneaked ahead of Hull City to sign Newcastle United defender Habib Beye.

Hull have agreed a fee with Newcastle for Senegal right-back Habib Beye.

Aston Villa are chasing a double swoop on Newcastle for want-away defenders Habib Beye and Sebastien Bassong.

Sebastien Bassong, Habib Beye and Fabricio Coloccini are all reportedly closing in on moves away from St James’ Park.

Hull boss Phil Brown says he is not prepared to meet the asking price for Newcastle full-back Habib Beye.

Hull boss Phil Brown has confirmed his interest in Habib Beye and hopes to agree a deal with Newcastle.

Portsmouth are set to step up their interest in Newcastle’s want-away defender Habib Beye following their takeover.

Newcastle defender Habib Beye has admitted the club’s fans do not deserve the turmoil they are being put through.