Wolves winger Bakary Sako is a target for Midlands' rivals as he comes off contract.
The Express & Star says Sako's contract at Molineux expires in the summer and is keen to remain in England.
Black Country rivals West Bromwich Albion are known to be interested, but Premier League rivals Aston Villa are also emerging as an interested party.
The claret and blues are drawing up a target list for next season, with manager Tim Sherwood still expecting to be in the top-flight.