Steve Bruce has conceded that he would like to add Wilson Palacios to his Hull City squad this summer.
Bruce signed the Honduran midfielder when he was in charge of Birmingham City and then also took him to Wigan Athletic.
He is currently with Stoke City, but reports have suggested that the Potters are prepared to part with his services. If that is confirmed, then Bruce is willing to capture the 28-year-old for a third time.
"We're not sure if Stoke are willing to let him go but if he did become available we would be interested of course," he told the Hull Daily Mail.
"We have to wait to see if Stoke say he is surplus to their requirements, but he's a player I've worked with before and like."
Palacios made four appearances for Stoke last season.