Roy Hodgson is keen to sign Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha in the January transfer window. However, it is very likely that it will not be a permanent move, as Manchester City are showing great interest in retaining the England centre half.

English players are of great value nowadays and it seems that Manchester City have recognised the value behind Nedum Onuoha as well. The 25-year-old has rarely featured for Manchester City this season, with manager Roberto Mancini preferring the Centre back duo of Vincent Kompany and Joleon Lescott for most of the matches. Nedum Onuoha spent last season out on loan at Sunderland and there has been talk that he would be willing to do that once again.

West Brom manager Roy Hodgson came very close to signing the player in the summer, but his attempts were not fruitful because Manchester city decided to pull out in the last minute. "I've had a meeting with the chairman Dan Ashworth to discuss what we will do in January. I'm pretty sure the club will do its best and if there's any players we do need we'll be able to do it within the parameters we work with. We won't be putting in a bid for Sergio Aguero though, that's for sure!" said Roy Hodgson when asked about the potential transfer rumours for West Brom in the January transfer window.

Despite being one of the favourites for relegation this season, West Brom have survived the most of the tough fixtures during the first part of the season. As the Christmas fixtures get near, West Brom are in a much comfortable position than they would have been had it not been for Roy Hodgson. However, the former Fulham manager will want to make a few signings to make their position even more comfortable.