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Andreson
signs for the rest of the season Norwegian Mid field player Martin Andreson is to join Rovers on loan for the rest of the season. Last years Norwegian player of the year agreed to come to Ewood today, and is expected to join the squad this week. |
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Tiny
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Window
almost closed but Rovers still looking ... rovers.co.uk report that the club have made an offer for young Huddersfield striker Jonathan Stead .. and they say that there might still be more signings before the Monday deadline. And there are rumours this evening that Martin Taylor could still make a move to Birmingham City - providing more cash for a last minute transfer dash. (28th Jan 04) |
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What
a Gray day! Rovers sign former England international Michael Gray - on a two and a half year deal. The left back has joined Rovers from Sunderland on a free. The player told BBCi Sport "It is very exciting for me, not only to be joining a big club like Blackburn but also to be back in the Premiership," Gray might make his debut at Ewood on Sunday against Chelsea (28th Jan 04) FULL Story BBCi Sport AND rovers.co.uk |
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Homesick
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Matt
out on loan agin? SKY Sports report that Rovers favourite Matt Jansen might be considering going out on loan again to help rebuild his careers . SKY quote the player as saying:- "I'll take guidance from the club and see what they think is best and what the doctors think is best for my recovery," (25th Jan 04) FULL Story SKY SPORTS |
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The
Boys are back in town! Colin Hendry and fellow Scott Kevin Gallacher will be back at Ewood on May 17th. Rovers.co.uk report that the famous Rovers pair will act as Managers for their teams - and might play! It's all in aid of Football Aid. It will big the BIG charity game of the year. (24th Jan 04) FULL Story rovers.co.uk |
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Cole
committed to the cause .. SKY Sport quote an interview with Andy Cole in the The Lancashire evening Telegraph. In it the striker (who has 18 months left on his contract) refutes rumours of his departure and says he wants to play his part in keeping Rovers in the top flight. He told the Telegraph "I signed a three-and-a-half-year contract two years ago and was happy to join the club and that remains the same today" .... "I fully intend to honour my contract. I have spoken with both the manager and the chief executive John Williams recently, who have assured me that there is no truth to the press speculation regarding my position at the club." The player also believes that Rovers can still make a European place - given a good run of results. (23rd Jan 04) FULL Story SKY Sports |
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A
big thank you from Matt Jansen Rovers World have an exclusive interview with the popular striker, who completed 90 minutes for the reserves last night. Matt has 'pledged to repay' the club for their loyalty and support after his near fatal accident. He says ' it's a little like starting over again at Ewood" (22nd Jan 04) WATCH the full interview on Rovers World (subscription service via rovers.co.uk) |
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Rovers
deny interest in Salomon Olembe Despite news from his agent that the player might be joining Rovers before the end of the Month. He's currently signed to Leeds United, but away on African cup of Nations duty. However his agent Willie Mackay told SKY Sports website that:- "Olembe is poised to join Blackburn before the closure of the transfer window.... Rovers will pick up the remainder of his loan deal, the utility player having joined Leeds from Marseille " But Rovers John Williams has rubbished the reports.(22nd Jan 04) FULL Story SKY Sports |
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Another
injury worry - Reid to miss a month Rovers Irish International Steve Reid could be out for a further month after aggravating his injury in training. Rovers.co.uk report that the player was making good progress -on the way to recovers. BUT PAUL GALLGHER - who missed last weeks game at Man City with a back problem - hopes to return for the Chelsea game on Feb 1st. (21st Jan 04) FULL Story rovers.co.uk ALSO SEE SKY SPORT |
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another no show .. BBCi Sport say that Graeme"Souness has now had an approach for Middlesbrough's Stewart Downing rejected by boss Steve McClaren. Downing is regarded as one of Middlesbrough's stars of the future after making a major impact during a loan spell at Sunderland this season." (21st Jan 04) FULL Story BBCi Sport |
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As
predicted ... McBride signs for Fulham.. As last nights reports seemed to suggest - Brian McBride has opted fro Fulham over Rovers in a deal to bring him to the Premiership. The American striker has signed a two and a half year deal (20th Jan 04) FULL story BBCi Sport AND BBCi Sport McBride latest - Fulham his choice? Sport independent.co.uk report this morning that Brian McBride will opt for Fulham - because the contact one. Alan Nixon writes that "..McBride is turning down a move to Blackburn Rovers because they want him to take a pay cut if they are relegated. Instead, he is looking at a move to Fulham." They say that the American will fly in today to join Fulham who have agreed to sell Louis Saha to Manchester United. It leaves Rovers minus the prize of the Striker they thought they'd signed last week. (20th Jan 04) FULL Story independent.co.uk |
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Birmingham
City up Taylor Bid ... City have tabled a bid thought to be around £1.5million for Martin Taylor. Rovers Manager has already said that he'd be a reluctant seller - but times are hard, SKY quote Steve Bruce as saying "We have put in a bid with Blackburn for Martin Taylor, they are considering it and that's their prerogative." (19th Jan 04) FULL Story SKY Sport |
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McBride
might be the price of selling Saha.. SKY Sport report that with the departure of Louis Saha - it's now quite likely that Rovers Bid for the American will fail. They say "Skysports.com understand that the West Londoners' late bid to snatch the Colombus Crew striker from under the noses of Premiership rivals Blackburn Rovers, as reported on Friday, will be successful." (19th Jan 04) FULL Story SKY SPORTS |
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Dino
- joins Ciccio at Ancona BBCi Sports say that "The midfielder returns to Italy after a disappointing spell in England, where he started just one match at Blackburn under manager Graeme Souness." (19th Jan 04) FULL Story BBCi Sport |
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McBride
news from the USA... Despite continued debate this side of the pond about where McBride will sign - Rovers or Fulham - ussocceruk say:- "US international striker Brian McBride is set to make his debut for Blackburn when they face Chelsea, stated Rovers manager Graeme Souness. Rovers, who are in the process of finalising McBride's Work Permit, are paying MLS around 600,000 pounds for the Columbus Crew striker." Since then Manchester Untied seem to have agreed terms to bring Louis Saha to their club - which might have an effect on Fulham's interest in McBride (17th Jan 04) FULL Story ussocceruk.com AND Saha deal BBCi Sport |
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City star earns a point for Rovers at their place.. Early chances for both sides, 0-0 at the break, and then Anelka gave the home side the lead on 50 mins from a free kick. But then, who but the former City player Garry Flitcroft levelled for Rovers five minutes later. His first goal of the season. A much better performance from Rovers - and a valuable point earned at the City of Manchester stadium. (17th Jan 04) FULL Story BBCi Sport AND rovers.co.uk |
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Great
news for Gally.. BBCi report that youngster Paul Gallagher has been called up to the full Scottish Squad as the 19 year old makes the leap from Under 21 to the senior squad . Berti Vogts says "I think Paul Gallagher at Blackburn is one who should be coming through. ... He is a young guy, but a good striker. He is very quick, strong and with good body movement. He has a real chance." (16th Jan 04) FULL Story BBCi Sport |
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Dino
heads back to Italy - Fulham eye up McBride Rovers say that Dino Bagio has agreed in principal to return to Italy where he'll join up with former team mate Ciccio Grabbi. Rovers.co.uk report that Dino will be in Italy over the weekend to meet with Ancona. Meanwhile Fulham have entered the race to sign Brian McBride - a deal that Rovers thought they had all but tied up. SKY SPORTS say Fulham have entered the bidding at a dramatic late stage and could yet usurp Blackburn with an offer of their own for McBride. The West Londoners recently signed another MLS star performer in the shape of Carlos Bocanegra." They also claim that Graeme Souness still hopes to beat former Rover Chris Coleman to the signature. In another article SKY report that the Blackburn Manager. They quote Souness as saying "Our chief executive has been speaking to people and more or less tied things up there," (16th Jan 04) FULL Story links BAGGIO - McBRIDE 1 & McBRIDE 2 |
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Yorke
could be off to the Middle East! Sport.idependent.co.uk report that Dwight Yorke might be on his way out of Ewood Park. They claim that the Rovers striker's advisers have been approached by clubs in Quatar. The article suggests "Blackburn will have to cooperate to make the deal happen and free Yorke, which is possible once they are clear of the threat of relegation." (15th Jan 04) Full Story sport.idependent |
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Now
he might be going after all .. The Rovers website reports that Dino Baggio could be on his way back to Italy. Despite the player saying he might stay and fight for his place - the latest news suggests that talks are continuing between Blackburn and Ancona, and Dino might move back to Italy. (14th Jan 04) FULL Story rovers.co.uk |
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More
on McBride - this time from the Rovers end.... AND the sale of Taylor.. BBCi sport confirm that the club are back in talks with Columbus Crew about signing Brian McBride. BBCi say that the club are back in talks about the US striker. They quote him as admitting to have made "real progress in the last 24 hours" and could complete a deal soon. SKY SPORTS say that Rovers are 'Set to sign' McBride - They quote a US source as saying "A reported three-year contract worth around $1.4 million annually (£750,000) is to be paid to McBride, with MLS garnering a transfer fee of under $1 million for the 31 year-old US international striker" FULL Story SKY SPORTS ALSO See rovers.co.uk Mr Williams also discloses that as 'reluctant sellers' they might be prepared to sell Martin Taylor if the fee was right. Birmingham City have already posted a bid rejected by Rovers. (14th Jan 04) FULL Story BBCi Sport |
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McBride might be crossing the Atlantic after all!!! TWO REPORTS SUGGEST THAT McBRIDE MIGHT BE ON HIS WAY... ussocceruk.com report this morning that Rovers have afreed a fee to sign the American striker Brian McBride and bring him to Ewood. They say "Sources within MLS have confirmed that the league and Blackburn Rovers have finalised the sale of Columbus striker Brian McBride to the Premiership club for an immediate transfer." They also suggest that "Although a work permit has not been granted as of this time, his past time in England and the amount of caps McBride has earned on the international level should leave the UK's Department of Employment happy." (14th Jan 04) FULL Story ussocceruk.com SKY SPORTS offer a less definate angle on the story, saying "Every element to the deal is on the table for McBride to make his decision, with sources claiming that MLS are in agreement over the terms that will release the Columbus striker from his contract." (14th Jan 04) FULL Story SKY SPORTS |
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Taylor
could go for £3million???? Today's sport.independent say that Rovers would be prepared to sell Martin Taylor to Birmingham City for £3million.. They report that Birmingham scouts were at the game on Saturday, and have made contact with Blackburn about pushing through the deal as soon as possible. David Dunn has also recommended Tiny to his new boss - and Rovers might need the money for more signings in the transfer window (14th Jan 04) FULL Story sports.independent.co.uk |
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No
Go - for Baggio .. BBCi Sport say that Dino Baggio has rejected a chance to join Ancona on loan. They report that a deal had been done, but the player prefers to stay at Ewood and take his chances here. (13th Jan 04) FULL Story BBCi Sport |
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Norwegian Blue? SKY Sports report that Rovers might be in line for the Norway player of the year Martin Andresen. The player has English experience after short spell for Wimbledon. SKY say: "Stabaek confirmed that the player was going to open talks with Blackburn immediately. "We got an official request from Blackburn on Thursday evening, that seemed to be really serious, said Stabaek director of sport Tom Schelvan." (11th Jan 04) FULL Story SKY SPORT |
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From
3-1 up to 4-3 down - Demolition Derby.. One of the fastest goals of the season from Kevin Nolan (14 secs) then one from Gresko a minute later saw the Lancashire Derby of to a racing start. Two more from Rovers (Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke) saw the Blues 3-1 up then a second from Bolton on 42 put the game back in the balance. Rovers failed to score after the break and two more from the visitors secured them all the points. Another bad result and continued worries about consistency (10th Jan 04) FULL Story BBCi Sport AND rovers.co.uk AND SKY SPORTS |
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Izzet
- no - and Tinny too.. Graeme Souness says that the clubs interest in Muzzy Izzet isn't going forward (money) and that the interest from Birmingham City for Taylor has been rejected. He told press at Brockhall that money was tight and the search for players continues. (9th Jan 04) FULL Story rovers.co.uk AND BBCi Sport |
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Tinny's
name in the frame??? The Independent.co.uk report tyat Birmingham City have made a bid for Rovers defeder Martin Taylor. Their report says:- "City have made an undisclosed bid for the Blackburn Rovers centre-half as they seek to find a replacement for the injured Matthew Upson. The article also suggests that Rovers might be tempted by the offer as they need funds to increase the Muzzy Izzet bid. (9th Jan 04) FULL Story idependent.co.uk |
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transfer speculation .. SKY SPORTS report that Auxerre midfielder Teemu Tainio is aware of interest from Blackburn Rovers, and the Finland international is refusing to rule out a January transfer.. They quote him as saying:- "I heard that Blackburn are interested in buying me, but there hasn't been any official contact yet."(8th Jan 04) FULL Story SKY SPORTS |
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Another
Short break? Craig Short could be out of action again after being taken off at Wolves. The veteran defender seems to have picked up a hamstring injury - but the Manager believes that it's not a bad one. Craig has been a 'rock' since his return after a long break - and was back in defence for Rovers few wins this season.(8th Jan 04) FULL Story rovers.co.uk |
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The
Dwight stuff .. Rovers Manager Graeme Souness says he's delighted with the response from Dwight Yorke who scored the equaliser to get Rovers a valuable point at Wolves. BBCi quote Souness as saying "Dwight is unhappy with me at the moment because he's not starting games, but he showed me how much he wants to start. "I was very happy with Dwight's performance and he showed me that he still wants to play here." (8th Jan 04) FULL Story BBCi Sport MORE rovers.co.uk |
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250
for Andy Cole - but just a point for Rovers at Wolves Andy Cole opened the scoring (14') with his 250th League career goal ... he'd waited since September to score it. Craig Short came off just before the interval and 7 minutes into the second half the Wolves captain (Paul Butler) got the equaliser. Alex Rae then added a second to give the bottom club in the Premiership the lead. Then in the last ten minutes, from a free kick - sub Dwight Yorke scored from the set piece  .
Ironically Wolves have been linked with a possible offer for the striker.
Rovers had more chances - but they had to settle for a point (7th
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izz he? and a possible bid for Dwight Yorke .. SKY also report that Graeme Souness would still like to sign Leicester's Muzzy Izzet "We want him now but they rejected the offer and we have to see if we can afford to go back with any more. The Manager told SKY. The same article links a possible move by Wolves for (possibly) Dwight Yorke .. they say that Souness has confirmed an enquiryabout a striker from Rovers' next opponents (6th Jan 04) FULL Story SKY SPORTS |
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Barry
on the way back .. BBCi Sport report that Barry Ferguson was back at Brockhall today and starting on the slow road back to a full recovery He said: "I am walking without crutches already. Every step moves me closer to a return" The Scottish star is likely to be out of action for up to three months . (6th jan 04) FULL Story BBCi Sport |
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First
signing goes through - welcome back Peter.. SKY SPORTS reports that a new bid for Villa keeper Peter Enckelman has now been accepted. The Finnish goalkeeper will be second choice behind Friedel - who was one of Blackburn's most consistent performers last season. (6th Jan 04) FULL Story SKY SPORTS AND BBCi Sport AND rovers.co.uk |
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Izzet
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ROVERS
SHORTS ? SKY also report that two of Rovers current squad might be in the sights of overseas clubs - Nils-Eric Johansson with AIK Solna and Dino Baggio with Ancona (5th Jan 04) FULL STORY SKY SPORTS (updated story 22:00 gmt) |
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Sutty too expensive for 'Rovers Return'. SKY Sports reports that:- Chris Sutton has been linked with a return to Rovers, amid rumours of a £1.5 million bid from Rovers, but Graeme Souness admits he lacks the financial muscle to bring Celtic forward Chris Sutton back to Ewood Park. The 30-year-old was one of the players Souness was weighing up as a potential striking recruit during January's transfer window. (5th Jan 04) FULL STORY SKY SPORTS |
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Jay has his knee put out - a 10 to 12 week injury .. Burnley's FA Cup Third Round win over Mansfield Town was soured by the news that Rovers on-loan defender Jay McEveley suffered a dislocated knee. The 18-year-old landed awkwardly in the second half and was stretchered from the pitch. "Jay has dislocated his knee," revealed Stan Ternent after the game. "The knee is back in place now, but he'll be out for around 10 to 12 weeks. "It's bad luck for us again and it seems to be one thing after another. "He'll come home with us and it's just unfortunate." Rovers loaned Jay out for a three month spell - with an option to recall him after 4 weeks. (3rd Jan 04) FULL Story burnleyfootballclub.com AND BBCi Sport |
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You
don't want to know (honest) ... 4-0 at St. Andrews After a 35 minute delay because of a power failure - Rovers stayed in the dark and Birmingham replied to the League thrashing with another 4-0 in favour of the home side. Questions now about the strength of the squad. Rovers are now out of all this seasons cup competitions and have lost at the first hurdle each time. (3rd Jan 04) FULL Story BBCi Sport AND rovers.co.uk |
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it's all DUNN and dusted .. SKY SPORTS reports that David and Gaeme Souness have 'buried the hatchet'. Ahead of the FA Cup game tomorrow at ST. Andrtews - it seems that the local lad (still a Rovers fan) has made up with his old boss. (2nd Jan 04) FULL Story SKY SPORTS |
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Another
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The
Window is open and the view could be interesting! Blackburn Rovers manager Graeme Souness has confirmed he wants to buy Leicester City midfielder Muzzy Izzet. Rovers need midfield cover after the long term injury to Barry Ferguson. But Leicester have other ideas, and might not be interested in a Rover bid (1st Jan 04) FULL Story BBCi Sport |
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Bye
Bye to Ciccio ... SKY SPORTS REPORT that Rovers' Italian striker Corrado Grabbi is to end his two year Ewood Park nightmare and return to Italy with Serie A newcomers and strugglers Ancona. The Italian side have announced that they have signed the 28-year-old in a deal that runs until June 2007. (1st Jan 04) FULL Story SKY SPORTS |
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