Fulham join McBride hunt

Chris Coleman is looking to increase his firepower with unsettled Louis Saha seemingly pushing for a big-money move to Manchester United, and tall target man McBride has caught his attention.

Rovers have led a lengthy pursuit of the American, who was a success during a previous loan stint in England with Everton.

Graeme Souness initially called off his chase due to transfer wranglings with MLS, who own the Columbus Crew attacker's contract. However, Rovers revived their attempts to bring the player to Ewood Park, and had looked set to announce his capture.

Fulham have entered the bidding at a dramatic late stage and could yet usurp Blackburn with an offer of their own for McBride.

It would appear as though the final choice on his destination will be left to the 31-year-old.