Wolves boss McCarthy confident Everton, Sunderland target Doyle not unsettled

Wolves boss Mick McCarthy is confident transfer speculation won't unsettle striker Kevin Doyle.

The Republic of Ireland player has been linked with Everton and Sunderland, following on from reports that Aston Villa were keen to sign him last summer.

But McCarthy is confident Doyle will retain his focus for the battle for survival as his side prepare for Saturday's bottom four meeting with Burnley at Turf Moor.

McCarthy said: "Speculation does not bother me and it will not bother Doyley. He will just get on with his job like he always has done.

"I don't think it will interfere with his performances at all. It is just part and parcel of football.

"If you have a great season, then people talk about you going, here, there and everywhere. It is kind of flattering but you just get on with your job.

"Kevin has been excellent for us since he came here and proved to be worth every penny we spent on him."