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The rumour mill has begun in earnest this morning over speculation that Bristol City’sLee Tomlin is in talks with Cardiff City.

The speculation around the midfielder has gained momentum after he didn't play for the Robins in their pre-season friendly against Bath City at Twerton Park last night.

Plenty of fans from both sides of the Severn are discussing the matter, with suggestions he is having a medical at Cardiff, and it appears fans of the Bluebirds would be delighted by the move, while Robins fans would feel a little differently.

(Image: Rogan Thomson/JMP)

It would certainly stir up the rivalry between the two clubs, which has been well-entrenched for many years.

However, it appears the rumours, at this stage, have little weight behind them.

Fans have noted his absence at the three pre-season friendlies the Robins have already played.

Our City writer Gregor MacGregor spoke to club officials about the current situation with Tomlin after the match last night.

(Image: Rogan Thomson/JMP)

It has been confirmed that he is currently still recovering from a thigh injury but is expected to play for the Robins against Yeovil Town on Saturday.

Tomlin himself sparked speculation over his future at Ashton Gate when he posted a picture of his Number 10 City shirt on Instagram on May 29.

He added the caption “Been a pleasure to wear the shirt, thank you so much to everyone at Bristol, you know what the fans mean to me as they have gave me so much love.”

Plenty suspected from this that he may be off to pastures new.

(Image: Robbie Stephenson/JMP)

However, since then City head coach Lee Johnson had confirmed that the former AFC Bournemouth man is very much part of the picture going forward at BS3.

It is not unusual, given we are at that time of year when the transfer window rumour mill is in overdrive, that this speculation over Tomlin may well be just that, but we will keep you up to date on any further developments regarding the player.

Here is what is being said by some fans this morning on the matter:

Bristol City fans' thoughts

Please no

No!

Cardiff fans' thoughts

Welcome!

Please!