Unsettled midfielder Kieron Dyer is thought to favour Tottenham amongst the clubs keen to buy him. West Ham are also said to be in the running whilst new Man City boss Sven Goran Erikkson ruled himself out of the running. Dyer a long term player at Newcastle United has cited family problems as his reason for requesting a move from the North East side. The club have stated that they will not release the player unless a significant bid is received reported to be around the £5 million mark.