Norwich battle Swans for Bennett

Canaries could block Swansea's move for Posh defender

By Pete O'Rourke.   Last Updated: February 1, 2012 12:24am

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Ryan Bennett: Thought to be wanted by Swansea and Norwich

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Sky Sports understands Norwich have made a late move to try to beat Swansea to the signing of Peterborough defender Ryan Bennett.

Our sources reported earlier on Tuesday the Swans were lining up a transfer deadline day swoop for the highly-rated stopper.

However, fellow Premier League newcomers the Canaries have moved to block the deal at the last minute and snare the youngster for themselves.

Bennett, an England Under-21 international, has emerged as one of the Championship's most promising defenders.

Posh boss Darren Ferguson recently claimed Manchester United were monitoring the 21-year-old's progress.

The defender, who arrived at London Road from Grimsby Town in 2009, has notched up 31 appearances in all competitions for Peterborough this season, scoring one goal.