Testing time for Anton

SUNDERLAND are closing in on West Ham defender Anton Ferdinand. The England U-21 international yesterday underwent medical tests, with manager Roy Keane confident of landing a player who could cost around £8m.

Wed, 27 Aug, 2008 - 01:00

Keane said: “Anton is up today for a medical and we hope to get things tied up quickly.”

Ferdinand’s arrival is a reward for Keane’s protracted pursuit as he attempts to complete his ninth summer signing.

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Courts Soccer England Place: Nottingham Person: Anton SUNDERLAND Person: Anton Ferdinand Person: Roy Keane Person: Keane Person: Anton Person: Ferdinand Event: Carling Cup Event: Barclays Premier League Organisation: West Ham Organisation: England U-21 Organisation: Manchester City

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