In what could be one of the shock moves of the summer transfer window in the Championship, Blackburn Rovers are closing in on the signing of the former Sunderland and Manchester United defender Wes Brown according to a report by the Sun.

Following Wes Brown's release from Sunderland after the conclusion of his contract, the veteran defender is searching for a club to play for next season.

After a glittering career in the Premier League, Wes Brown could've opted to go into retirement after his five year stint at Sunderland came to an end, however the hunger and desire to play is still there and he could prove to be an astute experienced head to have particularly in the Championship.

The main risk that a club may face if they choose to pick up the former Premier League defender is the injury issues that have plagued Wes Brown over the past season, but Brown's enthusiasm hasn't dropped.

The prime candidate to secure Wes Brown's signature is Blackburn Rovers, Owen Coyle is reportedly keen on the veteran defender and the promise of regular first team football may be enough to lure him to drop down a division.

Owen Coyle may be planning ahead with both of Shane Duffy and Grant Hanley being linked with moves away from Ewood Park, and Coyle may see Wes Brown as a potential replacement if was one was to leave.

Reports suggest that Wes Brown will join Blackburn Rovers for pre-season training where he could potentially earn himself a move to the Lancastrian side.

Blackburn fans, how do you feel about the news? Would you like to see Wes Brown join? Is he the type of signing that you'd like to see the club make? Would Wes Brown's arrival suggest Hanley or Duffy's departure? Let us hear your thoughts and opinions in the comment section below!