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Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce lines up January transfer move for Championship star
NEW Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce is keen on signing Charlie Austin in January.
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The Queens Park Rangers striker was linked with several clubs in the Premier League including Chelsea, Newcastle United, West Ham and Crystal Palace.
Charlie Austin opted to stay with QPR despite several offers
But Allardyce who became the latest man to become manager at the Stadium of Light last week has already targeted the 26-year-old, who scored 18 goals in the Premier League last season.
According to ESPN FC, Allardyce believes Austin is the man to help move the club away from relegation danger.
Sam Allardyce is already looking to improve the Sunderland squad
Sunderland nineteenth in the league, five points away from safety after eight games.
Allardyce's first match, since taking over from Dick Advocaat, is against West Brom on Saturday.
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