Taricco Makes Surprise Playing Return Wed 18th Aug 2010 09:42 Former Blue Mauricio Taricco is set to make a surprise playing comeback, six years after his last professional game. The 37-year-old Argentinian is currently assistant manager at Brighton and Hove Albion and is set to play for their reserves against Gillingham this evening. |
Town Linked With Pitman Wed 18th Aug 2010 08:47 Town are amongst a number of clubs said to be eyeing Bournemouth striker Brett Pitman. The Blues, Blackpool, Doncaster, Swansea, Watford and QPR are all believed to be tracking the 22-year-old. |
O'Dea Deal Done Tue 17th Aug 2010 19:13 Town have completed the loan signing of Celtic defender Darren O'Dea until January. Bhoys boss Neil Lennon first revealed that the 23-year-old was set for Portman Road on Saturday. |
Reserves Start Season Against Stevenage Tue 17th Aug 2010 16:26 Town’s reserves start their season with a home game against League Two new boys Stevenage at Playford Road on Wednesday afternoon (KO 2pm). Reserves coach Chris Kiwomya is set to name a young side including the likes of Tom Eastman, Reggie Lambe, Josh Carson, Jack Ainsley and Billy Clark, with Arran Lee-Barrett in goal. |
QPR Club Making New Move for Walters Tue 17th Aug 2010 12:26 QPR are again reported to be the club from outside the Premier League who have made an offer for ex-skipper Jon Walters. The Hoops are understood to be ready to pay more than £3 million for the 26-year-old, although appear yet to meet the Blues’ valuation which is nearer £4 million. |
Boro Latest Club Linked With Walters Tue 17th Aug 2010 11:34 Middlesbrough are claimed to have joined the clubs chasing wantaway wideman Jon Walters, according to a newspaper in the North-East. Citing sources in East Anglia, it’s reported that Gordon Strachan’s club have made an enquiry regarding the £3 million-rated Republic of Ireland B international. |
Draw for Welsh Duo Tue 17th Aug 2010 10:54 Academy duo Elliot Scotcher (pictured) and Jack Simmons won Wales U17 caps on Monday afternoon as their side drew a friendly 1-1 with Estonia in Tallinn. Both Town youngsters started the game. |
Wigan Put Scotland Deal On Hold Tue 17th Aug 2010 10:18 Town’s move for Wigan striker Jason Scotland is on hold while the Latics secure his replacement, according to reports in Lancashire. Over the weekend, Blues boss Roy Keane said he was hopeful of signing Scotland in time for Saturday’s game at Crystal Palace. |
McCormack Set for Hull Tue 17th Aug 2010 08:54 Town target Ross McCormack looks set to join Hull City from Cardiff City in a swap deal which will see Daniel Cousin move in the opposite direction. McCormack was part of a proposed swap with the Blues which would have seen Jon Stead switch to the Welsh side. |
Smith in New Zealand Squad for Friendlies Mon 16th Aug 2010 18:11 Defender Tommy Smith has been named in the New Zealand squad for their friendlies with Honduras and Paraguay in October. The 20-year-old has won seven full caps and played in the All Whites’ three games at the World Cup in South Africa. |