AN Indian businessman is understood to be carrying out due diligence on Blackburn Rovers ahead of a possible acquisition.

Saurin Shah, based in Mumbai, is said to have offered £25m for the Premiership club.

Blackburn has been open to offers for the last three years since the trustees of the late Jack Walker, who bankrolled the club, said they wanted to sell-up.

Rothschilds in Manchester has been handling the sale and is now in negotiations with London-based football agent Chris Nathaniel who is represent......for the full story register now for free or login below...