Chris Hughton tried to sign Keane in the summer, but the transfer was blocked by Harry Redknapp.
The 30-year-old has been unable to hold down a regular first-team spot since and he is certain to leave White Hart Lane in January.
Aston Villa are said to be considering a £6 million bid for Keane in the new year as Gerard Houllier attempts to revive his side’s season ... but considering Hughton was told there was no money to spend ... have the goalposts been moved?
Is there money available to Alan Pardew?