This from the Basildon Canvey Southend Echo (don't laugh).
"Notts County keen to sign Sheffield United's Zak Brunt after loan spell with Southend United ends.
NOTTS County are keen on signing Zak Brunt on loan, Echosport understands.
The Sheffield United midfielder has just completed a three month loan spell with Southend United.
But it is now uncertain whether or not Brunt will be staying with Blues.
The 20-year-old made 10 appearances while with the Shrimpers but Notts County – who are sixth in the National League – are now also keen on signing the midfielder until the end of the season."