Knopfler 'blocking Dire Straits reunion'

Dire Straits star John Illsley desperately wants former bandmate Mark Knopfler to agree to reforming the group - because he'd "love to do" a comeback tour.

The bassist is keen to join forces with Knopfler and treat fans to a string of reunion shows - but is struggling to convince the guitarist, who is currently concentrating on solo projects.