Swindon midfielder 'would rather go to Wigan Athletic'
League Two outfit Oldham are also in the hunt for the 25-year-old, who spent time on loan at Boundary Park in 2016.
However, Sheridan was the Oldham manager during that time, and the chance to reunite with his old manager - rather than his old club - is the player's preference.
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Hide Ad"We have had a couple of offers from Oldham for Matty Palmer," revealed Swindon boss Richie Wellens.
"But he would rather go to Wigan."
There is also a strong Wigan link in the Swindon management team, with Noel Hunt assistant manager and Paul Jewell director of football.