Campbell set to leave Blackpool

Relegated Blackpool are likely to lose goal ace DJ Campbell, who is determined to continue playing in the Premier League.

The striker, who scored 13 goals last season, still has two years left on his contract with the Seasiders but a relegation clause allows him to move if another club bids upwards of one million pounds.

Sunderland and QPR have all shown interest in the 29-year-old, with Fulham also keeping tabs on the situation.

“I love Blackpool and we had a better season than many people expected but to go down was heartbreaking,” Campbell told the Gazette.

“I played in the Prem before with Birmingham, and maybe I wasn’t ready then. But this time I was.”

“There’s nothing like playing at Old Trafford, Anfield and Stamford Bridge. Now I want more of it. I think I’ve proved I can play at the top.”

Blackpool manager Ian Holloway will be devastated if Campbell leaves, especially as the pair have a great relationship.

Holloway spent all last summer tying up his signature, eventually agreeing a club record 1.25 million pounds deal with Leicester on transfer deadline day.

“DJ is a terrific striker and at times he is unplayable,” he said.

“It goes without saying I want him here next season, because I believe he can score goals at any level.”

“His movement is second to none, and the way he works for the team in such a selfless manner is great.”

“He is also a cracking lad and the kind of person you want in a dressing room.”