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.

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.