Russell Martin has suggested that Swansea City will need to shift one of their current midfield options if they are to land Joe Allen this summer.
The Swans boss has already admitted that he'd love to bring the Wales international back to SA1, but has, for the first time, cast doubt on whether they will be in a position to do a deal, adding that any successful pursuit would require patience from Allen, whose representatives have already spoken to current club Stoke City about a new deal.
The Potters are understood to be keen on keeping the 32-year-old, although there are a number of clubs waiting in the wings should they fail to reach an agreement, with Premier League duo Fulham and Bournemouth believed to among a dozen other clubs.
