NYHETER: Ex-player/-manager news, Part IV

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Frem fra glemselen....



The day Lucas Radebe was shot

Lucas Radebe's 'rags to riches' story was very nearly ended almost as soon as it had begun. The Leeds United legend, nicknamed 'The Chief' grew up in the slums of Soweto, near Johannesburg, during one of the most violent times in South Africa under apartheid.
One of eleven children, he learnt his trade playing barefoot with a ball made of rolled-up socks. His breakthrough came during 1989, when talent scouts spotted him and signed him up to play for one of Africa's most glamorous clubs, Kaizer Chiefs.
But within two years the youngster's career would come under serious threat. Radebe had been out on the streets of Soweto with his brothers, one of his sisters and her baby. As they walked and shopped they heard gunfire, but didn't pay it much attention because, said Radebe: 'In Soweto you heard shots all the time'. Unfortunately, this time the gunfire was directed in the young footballer's direction and a bullet hit him in the small of the back and exited through his thigh.
As he was rushed to hospital, Radebe claims that the main concern running through his mind was not whether he would live or die, but whether he would be able to play football again. Fortunately, the wound was not too severe and Lucas's career was soon back on track. Neither the gunman nor the motive for attacking Radebe was ever discovered, although Lucas does harbour suspicions that his assailant was hired to prevent him from leaving the Kaizer Chiefs.
He says the shooting was both a 'defining moment' and a 'blessing in disguise.' His brush with death made him determined to make the most of his life and his talent, and in 1994 Howard Wilkinson, then manager of Leeds United, brought Radebe and his team mate Philemon Masinga to the Premiership. From that moment onwards for 'The Chief', the only way was up.

Glorygloryleedsunited.com

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lucas_Radebe
http://www.bbc.co.uk/dna/h2g2/A29265555
http://www.play.com/DVD/DVD/4-/738275/The-Lucas-Radebe-Story-The-Chief-Story/Product.html
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/lucas-radebe-the-original-kaiser-chief-755433.html

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Reeves flattered by Vale transfer link

DAMIEN REEVES says he is in the dark over talk linking him with a possible move to Port Vale â€" but admits he is flattered by talk of a Potteries switch.
The one-time Leeds United apprentice is eager for a second crack at the big time, with ex-Celts boss and Vale chief Lee Sinnott reportedly in the hunt for the 23-year-old, who he brought to Throstle Nest from the comparative obscurity of Wakefield-Emley â€" now Wakefield FC â€" a few seasons ago.
Reeves has fully vindicated Sinnott's decision to take the plunge and sign him since, firing 23 goals in the Celts' Conference North promotion campaign last term and continuing to impress this season.
And with half an eye on his summer rebuilding plans, with Vale virtually nailed-on to be playing League Two football next term barring a Lazarus-style comeback, Sinnott could yet raid his old club and bring in Reeves â€" and link up with him for a second time.
But the striker, in double figures in the goalscoring charts in all competitions this term, is refusing to focus on anything other than the here and now.
Namely saving Farsley's Blue Square Conference skins with the club currently pitted in an intense survival fight.
On talk of a switch to the Valiants, Reeves - who found the net in last Saturday's unfortunate 3-1 reverse to leaders Aldershot - said: "I honestly couldn't say whether there is any truth in it or not.
"I don't know anything, but we'll see what happens.
"Of course, I'm flattered as anyone would be when a League club is linked with them.
"To play in the league is my ultimate aim.
"That's what I'm trying to do, I'm not going to kid myself. I think I'm good enough, but we'll have to see."
Every game promises to be a cup final for fourth-from-bottom Farsley between now and the end of the campaign as they fight to avoid the drop.
But despite Celts currently being adrift of safety, Reeves feels the side have a fighting chance of survival.
The 22-year-old said: "We still have to play a few teams around us and at the minute have got two games in hand.
"One is against Exeter, which is a really tough game, but the other is against Weymouth and they are struggling a bit.
"In the last few games, our performances have picked up a bit, but we've not been picking up wins.
"We picked up a draw against Stevenage when we should have won and we've lost a few games which we could have got better results from.
"Even last Saturday against Aldershot, when we were 2-1 down, we hit the bar and if we'd have scored a second, we could have gone on and won 3-2.
"We need to get a few wins and some points on the board and all the games are cup finals now."
Relatively pleased with his New Year form, Reeves added: "It's not too bad at the minute. I had a bit of a dip in form a few months ago, but it's coming back now.
"I've got nine in the league, they tried to take one away from me against Forest Green, but I've got 13 altogether and I'm fairly happy with that."

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Wisla Krakow release Burns from contract



Jacob Burns has been released from his contract at Poland's Wisla Krakow.
The Australia international, 29, joined Wisla from Barnsley and reached a settlement over the remaining months of his present deal with the Polish league leaders.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacob_Burns_(footballer)
http://www.wisla.krakow.pl/art.php?id=26&id_zawodnika=49
http://www.footballaustralia.com.au/Socceroos/default.aspx?s=soc_player_profile&pid=56&tid=23

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Griffiths - I was so humiliated



THE A-League's top scorer Joel Griffiths has revealed the reason he is back at the Newcastle Jets is because of the professional humiliation he copped from his former Leeds United boss Kevin Blackwell in 2006.
Griffiths' 14-goal return this campaign is the main reason the $12 outsiders have overcome an exodus of stars to qualify for Sunday's grand final against Central Coast Mariners.
Only the battlers from across the Tasman, Wellington Pheonix, were offering longer odds than Newcastle at the start of the 2007-08 season.
But the Griffiths-led Jets have overcome adversity and completed a barnstorming run to ensure the bitter rivals lock horns for the sixth time this season, in Sunday's decider at Sydney Football Stadium.
Now Griffiths has broken his silence and revealed the anguish he was forced to endure at Elland Road, contrary to the scenes of delight fellow Aussies Harry Kewell and Mark Viduka enjoyed before him.
"At Leeds, the manager Kevin Blackwell never spoke to me at all, I didn't know what to expect," Griffiths said.
"He signed me then criticised me non stop.
"It's really hard to go to a club and express yourself if you have a manager that thinks you can't do it."
His comments come in the wake of Englishman Blackwell's union with another Socceroo, former Sydney FC winger David Carney, after he was last week appointed manager of Championship club Sheffield United.
Like Carney, returning to the A-League from Europe has done wonders for Griffiths' career, and the attacker is quick to draw a contrast between Blackwell and the effusive backing he's had from Jets boss Gary van Egmond.
"Coming back to Newcastle, it seems like Dutchy (van Egmond) always believed I could do it and that gave me the confidence," he said.
"If you don't have a manager that's 100 per cent behind you, I can't play for that manager. It just won't work out, because you want to express yourself and try different things."
A volatile and inconsistent performer upon his return to Newcastle, Griffiths last week revealed he almost quit the Jets at the start of the season.
But the 28-year-old has transformed into a proven matchwinner, bailing the Jets out of strife on countless occasions this season, and now guiding them to the grand final.
An ice-cool Griffiths converted the penalty in last Sunday's pressure-cooker semi-final to restore Newcastle's lead in extra time.
His sensational goal from a quickly taken free kick away to Melbourne Victory in round 17 was another turning point, muzzling last season's premiers while propelling the Jets into finals contention.
"That free kick, I would never, ever think about taking a free kick like that in Switzerland," said Griffiths, who had a stint at Swiss side Neuchatel Xamax after two years with Newcastle United in the NSL.
"You're scared of the consequences, the coach probably wouldn't even let you take it. I never even took a penalty.
"If Dutchy says 'I want you to take this, I believe in you' then nine times out of 10 I'll hit the target.
"I've repaid the faith Dutchy and the club have shown in me.
"Dutchy's been great, he wasn't coach of the year last season for nothing.
"I probably wouldn't be in this situation if he wasn't the coach."

news.com.au/dailytelegraph

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Cadamarteri set for Town return   


Cadamarteri has scored three times this season

Huddersfield Town's Danny Cadamarteri will make his long awaited return to action for the reserves on Wednesday.
The striker, 28, has been out since early December with a knee injury.
The former Everton and Bradford City man is expected to start against Stoke City's second string at the Galpharm Stadium, kick-off 1400GMT.
No date has been set for Cadamarteri's return to the first team, but manager Andy Ritchie will be keen to have him back for the League One run in.

BBC

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Hird stays on with Mariners
Grimsby manager Alan Buckley was delighted to hear that Doncaster have agreed to extend defender Sam Hird's loan spell for a third month.
The 20-year-old was first loaned out to the Mariners on November 20 and stayed on for another month from December 19.
The Doncaster-born full-back, released by Leeds in the summer, has been a regular for Alan Buckley's League Two side, making 12 appearances.

Doncaster defender Sam Hird has returned to the Keepmoat Stadium following his three-month loan spell at League Two outfit Grimsby.
The 20-year-old former Leeds trainee, signed on a permanent basis after a loan spell by Rovers last summer, has proved a big hit at Blundell Park.
Grimsby manager Alan Buckley said: "He's been fantastic for us. He's been all of what I had expected when he first joined us. "I've been really pleased with him. He's a smashing lad and a pleasure to work with."
Hird has made 18 appearances for the Mariners during his stint with the club.

TeamTalk

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Wetherall poised to hang up boots     



Bradford City captain David Wetherall has announced he will retire at the end of the season after making more than 300 appearances for the Bantams.
The 36-year-old still has two years left on his current deal and will stay on at the club as first team coach.
He told BBC Radio Leeds: "I'm a realist and not a fantasist and know you've got to call it a day sometime."
Chilean striker Willy Topp is suffering from a muscle-tightening condition which prevents him playing full games.
Wetherall signed for Bradford City from Leeds for £1.4m in 1999 and will be best remembered at Valley Parade for scoring the goal against Liverpool on the final day of the 1999-2000 campaign which ensured Premiership survival.

"The mind is telling me to be in one place and the legs won't get me there"
David Wetherall

He will retain his player registration next season if needed but said the end of the season was the right time to hang up his boots.
"I don't think it was a particularly difficult decision at all," said Wetherall.
"Now is the right time because I'm starting to get frustrated with myself really.
"The mind is telling me to be in one place and the legs won't get me there. Now is the right time to hang up the boots and move forward."
After nine seasons of playing, Wetherall will concentrate on coaching duties next season as first-team coach alongside manager Stuart McCall and assistant manager Wayne Jacobs.

David Wetherall
Has made more than 500 career league and cup appearances
Moved to Bradford from Leeds for £1.4 m
Scored the goal that ensured Bradford's Premiership survival in 1999

Wetherall said: "Stuart has said that he wanted someone else on board - it's not a situation where I'm there and they need to create a job for me.
"I think he's been pushing the chairman for an extra member of staff and everything just fits into place.
"He says he's really keen to get me on board and it's a fantastic opportunity for me to join the coaching staff and hopefully help the club progress from that position, " he added.
Wetherall already holds a Uefa 'B' coaching licence and will complete his 'A' licence this summer.
He had one spell in caretaker charge of the club after the sacking of Colin Todd last season but couldn't prevent relegation to League Two.

BBC

* Wethers to retire and become first-team coach: http://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/display.var.2057475.0.0.php
* Wetherall to become City coach: http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,11750_3174040,00.html

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Matteo aiming for new career high



Dominic Matteo says helping Stoke to the Premier League this season would represent the biggest achievement of his career.
Matteo's CV boasts spells with Liverpool, Leeds and Blackburn but the 33-year-old insists promotion with the Potters would surpass all his previous achievements, including his Champions League semi-final appearance.
"To get into the Premier League with Stoke would certainly be the biggest achievement of my career," he told BBC Radio Stoke.
"I've never been part of a team that's been promoted before and it would be massive for a club like Stoke to earn a place in the Premiership."

http://www.teamtalk.com/football/story/0,16368,1786_3173052,00.html

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Celts give Parsley new lease of life

When the opportunity to work at Throstle Nest became available, former Leeds United defender Neil Parsley was one of the first to put his name forward.
The vastly-experienced ex-Guiseley manager was appointed as number two to John Deacey and he said: "It's nice to be back in the game, working at this level, and it's nice to feel wanted again. I'm sure I have a lot to offer at this club in this role."
Parsley settled in Leeds after Howard Wilkinson plucked him from non-league soccer and he went on to play for West Brom and Huddersfield Town.
Now his focus is on keeping Farsley in the Blue Square Premier League in their first season at the top of the non-league tree.
"Coming back into the game is like finding a new lease of life and I'm enjoying it, even though it's hard at the moment," he said.
"There has been an improvement recently, in form if not results, and because of that confidence is picking up. Things are still within our own control so that is something we have to make the most of.

thetelegraphandargus.co.uk

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Reeves flattered by Vale transfer link
DAMIEN REEVES says he is in the dark over talk linking him with a possible move to Port Vale â€" but admits he is flattered by talk of a Potteries switch.
The one-time Leeds United apprentice is eager for a second crack at the big time, with ex-Celts boss and Vale chief Lee Sinnott reportedly in the hunt for the 23-year-old, who he brought to Throstle Nest from the comparative obscurity of Wakefield-Emley â€" now Wakefield FC â€" a few seasons ago.
Reeves has fully vindicated Sinnott's decision to take the plunge and sign him since, firing 23 goals in the Celts' Conference North promotion campaign last term and continuing to impress this season.

TALENT SOUGHT FAR AND WIDE



Port Vale are being linked with a move for Farsley Celtic striker Damien Reeves.Vale boss Lee Sinnott was unavailable for comment today, and has previously refused to be drawn on his transfer targets.
However, reports in the Yorkshire press suggest he is considering returning to his former club to sign the 23-year-old hit man.
Reeves scored 23 goals under Sinnott last term as Farsley won promotion to the Blue Square Premier.
The former Leeds United trainee has bagged 12 this season to aid Farsley's fight against relegation.

thisisstaffordshire.co.uk

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Robinson remains determined to quit Spurs

Paul Robinson is expected to leave Tottenham in the summer, despite his shock recall for this week's clash with Slavia Prague.
The Daily Mail says the goalkeeper will replace Radek Cerny for the UEFA Cup, second-leg clash, and will keep his place for the Carling Cup final if he impresses.
Robinson was initially dropped ahead of Tottenham's Carling Cup semi-final first leg at Arsenal, and he demanded a transfer from White Hart Lane during talks with sporting director Damien Comolli and his agent the following day.
Spurs accepted his demand, but told the England keeper that he would not be allowed to leave until the summer. Ramos has targeted a number of replacement keepers - three are in Spain and the other is playing in Italy - but Robinson could still leave White Hart Lane with a Carling Cup winner's medal.
He has been brooding on the bench since he was dropped after a series of errors which contributed to him losing his place in the England squad.

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FORMER Everton star Adrian Heath, 47, is the new boss of US side Austin Aztex. (The Sun)
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Aztex Hire Head Coach
Famous European Player and Coach Adrian Heath to Guide Austin Club



Austin Aztex Soccer Club have announced the appointment of Adrian Heath as Head Coach.
Heath has an outstanding track record in the game both as a player and Coach. He played professionally in Europe for eighteen years, beginning his career with his hometown club Stoke City before moving onto play for Everton, Espanyol, Aston Villa & Manchester City. With Everton, Heath won two League Championships, the F.A. Cup and European Cup Winners Cup in a six year span, his performances for the club earned him a place in the Everton Hall of Fame.
Heath played for two seasons in Spain with Espanyol before returning to English soccer with Aston Villa and then Manchester City. He finished his playing career with Burnley.
After an illustrious playing career Heath turned his skills and attention to Coaching. He has Coached and been an Assistant Coach for more than twelve years, working at the likes of Sunderland AFC, Leeds United, Everton & Coventry City. He currently holds the highest available Coaching qualification, the UEFA Pro License.
Phil Rawlins, President of the Austin Aztex expressed his excitement about the appointment saying. ”I am absolutely delighted that Adrian has agreed to join the Aztex, he is an outstanding Coach and human being, with an infectious enthusiasm for the game. Once he declared his interest, he was the only candidate we wanted. I have known Adrian for many years and followed his career closely; he has an eye for a good player which will be critical for us as we build our professional roster for the April 2009 kick-off. First and foremost he is a players’ Coach, with a great record of developing young players and producing winning teams”
Heath said “I am overjoyed at the opportunity to Coach the Austin Aztex. I have had several offers recently to Coach in the English League but the chance to build something from scratch with Phil was just too tempting to turndown. I have followed US Soccer closely over the past few years and believe the game here is about to take-off and I want to be a part of that.”
The highlights of Heath’s playing and coaching career are detailed below.
He will be taking up his new Head Coach position with the Austin Aztex on April 7th subject to him receiving work visa approval. (austinaztex.com/)

Playing Career
England U21 - won 8 caps and scored 3 goals between 1981 & 1983
European Cup Winners Cup 1985
3 F.A. Cup Finals, Winners 1984
2 League Championships with Everton 1984-85 and 1986-87
League Cup Finalist 1983
4 Charity Shield Winners
Coaching Career
Head Coach â€" Sheffield United, Burnley & Coventry City
Asst. Coach - Sheffield United, Sunderland, Everton, Leeds United & Coventry City



http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adrian_Heath
http://www.austinaztex.com/

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Tulling! Mannen tjener £60.000 i uka - for så å klage på husprisene...

Tottenham defender Jonathan Woodgate, who joined the club from Middlesbrough last month, says he is still living out of a suitcase in a hotel after being stunned by house prices in the capital. (Various)

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Newcastle boss Keegan tells Smith: Don't go changing
Newcastle United boss Kevin Keegan has no problems with the all-action style of Alan Smith.
http://www.tribalfootball.com/article.php?id=79709

Ipswich boss admits interest in Fulham's Healy
Ipswich boss Jim Magilton admits he is interested in Fulham striker David Healy.
Magilton will move for Healy if he fails to land Portsmouth's David Nugent he confirmed to the Evening Star.
http://www.tribalfootball.com/article.php?id=79753

Hasselbaink insists no grudge against Middlesbrough boss Southgate
Cardiff City striker Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink is backing Middlesbrough to see off Sheffield United in their FA Cup replay and setup a return to Teesside for himself.
http://www.tribalfootball.com/article.php?id=79751

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Hird stays on with Mariners
Grimsby manager Alan Buckley was delighted to hear that Doncaster have agreed to extend defender Sam Hird's loan spell for a third month. The 20-year-old was first loaned out to the Mariners on November 20 and stayed on for another month from December 19. The Doncaster-born full-back, released by Leeds in the summer, has been a regular for Alan Buckley's League Two side, making 12 appearances.

Doncaster defender Sam Hird has returned to the Keepmoat Stadium following his three-month loan spell at League Two outfit Grimsby. The 20-year-old former Leeds trainee, signed on a permanent basis after a loan spell by Rovers last summer, has proved a big hit at Blundell Park. Grimsby manager Alan Buckley said: "He's been fantastic for us. He's been all of what I had expected when he first joined us. "I've been really pleased with him. He's a smashing lad and a pleasure to work with."

Hird - contract expires in the summer.

HIRD PONDERS GRIMSBY SWITCH
Doncaster defender Sam Hird has not ruled out a permanent move to Grimsby in the future.
The 20-year-old returned to Doncaster this week after spending three months on loan at Blundell Park, where he made 18 appearances.
Hird told the Grimsby Telegraph: "My initial contract with Rovers is up in the summer, but they have told me there is no problem about getting another year after it runs out.
"The decision for me then is whether to stay on and maybe end up being in and out of the team as a squad player.
"Or do I go out to somewhere like Grimsby and play regular first-team football? There's also the option of signing at Doncaster and then going out on loan again.
"I haven't thought too much about it yet, but I've spoken with Alan Buckley and said I'd keep in touch. He has told me he would be interested."

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Crosby set for milestone

Scunthorpe skipper Andy Crosby will make his 700th league appearance for the Iron on Saturday against Southampton.



The 34-year-old started his career at Leeds and had spells at Rotherham, Doncaster, Darlington, Brighton and Oxford before signing for Scunthorpe in 2004.
He told the club's official website: "To reach such a milestone is pleasing but I hope I'll play a few more yet.
"I have been very lucky in my career with not getting too many injuries."

http://www.scunthorpe-united.premiumtv.co.uk/page/News/0,,10442~1247124,00.html
http://www.scunthorpe-united.premiumtv.co.uk/page/ProfilesDetail/0,,10442~10080,00.html

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Watford are to offer Middlesbrough £1million for left-winger Adam Johnson.  (The People)

Middlesbrough's Adam Johnson is the target of four Championship sides - Wolves, Burnley, Sheffield Wednesday and Watford. (The People)

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Ipswich boss admits interest in Fulham's Healy
Ipswich boss Jim Magilton admits he is interested in Fulham striker David Healy.
Magilton will move for Healy if he fails to land Portsmouth's David Nugent he confirmed to the Evening Star.

Healy - has attracted interest.

HEALY STAYS PUT - FOR NOW

Fulham manager Roy Hodgson has decided against sending out-of-favour striker David Healy out on loan despite having brought in three other front-men in the January transfer window.
Defender Ian Pearce has joined Southampton on loan but Healy, who scored five goals in 19 appearances for former manager Sanchez, is staying with Hodgson - for the time being at least.
Hodgson said: "There has been an inquiry for David but I've decided not to let him go at the moment. That could change with circumstances but he is a goalscorer and may still come in useful for us."
But Clint Dempsey, Hameur Bouazza and newcomers Eddie Johnson and Erik Nevland are also battling for a front-line place with fit-again McBride and Healy in a side that has been lining up 4-5-1 lately under Hodgson.
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PA Sport

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tycker keane och woodgate varit fantastiskt duktiga i första halvlek i ligacup-finalen, men robinson hehe ställde upp muren rätt men ställde sig bakom den ist för  att stå vid det hörn han hade lämnat

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Ble litt dårlig av å se alle de gamle Leedsspillerne vinne ligacupen med Poyet på sidelinjen.
Spesielt siden Leeds sin dårlige periode denne sesongen startet da Poyet forlot klubben.

tycker keane och woodgate varit fantastiskt duktiga i första halvlek i ligacup-finalen, men robinson hehe ställde upp muren rätt men ställde sig bakom den ist för  att stå vid det hörn han hade lämnat

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CARSON KEEN TO SETTLE DOWN
Liverpool goalkeeper Scott Carson - currently on loan at Aston Villa - wants to sort out his long-term future for the sake of his family.
Carson has three years left of his contract with the Reds and is keen to commit himself to one club after previously having loan spells with Sheffield Wednesday and Charlton.
The 22-year-old is enjoying his season-long loan spell at Villa and has helped them maintain their push for a European spot, helped by yesterday's 2-1 win at Reading.
But Carson has no definite idea as to whether manager Martin O'Neill is keen to make the move permanent in the summer - or before then if all parties could reach an agreement.
Carson said: "I'd like to know what is happening because I've got my girlfriend and my son to think about.

http://www.sportinglife.com/football/news/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=soccer/08/02/25/SOCCER_Villa_Carson.html

PA Sport: http://www.sportinglife.com/football/news/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=soccer/08/02/27/manual_105012.html

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Harry falls for bogus job offer



DAVE BASSETT was left red-faced by a prank caller who tricked him into believing he was being offered a job.
Our five-minute video features out-of-work Bassett being told Scunthorpe United boss Nigel Adkins is set to be axed.
Bassett and the prankster then discuss the possibility of an assistant manager and scouting role under Adkins' replacement.
The ex-Leeds No2 can be heard whispering: "Has he got any inclination you might be sacking him?"
At one point the caller begins laughing but manages to regain his composure by saying: "Sorry Dave, I lost you there."
Bassett appears to be lost for words during the conversation and admits: "You've caught me a little bit on the hop."
But the hoaxer, believed to be a Scunthorpe fan, makes the offer sound genuine by adding: "Apologies for the short notice but we're in a dogfight at the minute and we're bottom of the league."
Before the call ends, Bassett insists he would definitely be interested in the job.
And the veteran coach, who was notorious for his practical jokes during his time as boss of Wimbledon's infamous Crazy Gang, was still smiling when SunSport revealed the truth to him.
Bassett, known within the game as Harry, joked: "When I didn't hear from him the next day I realised it was somebody trying to lead me up the garden path.
"It's part and parcel of life I suppose.
"He caught me on the hop because I was in a restaurant when he rang.
"The missus b******ed me for not having my phone turned off, so I'll have to make sure I do from now on!"

Se videoklippet her: http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/football/article843534.ece

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Robinson remains determined to quit Spurs
Paul Robinson is expected to leave Tottenham in the summer, despite his shock recall for this week's clash with Slavia Prague.
Spurs accepted his demand, but told the England keeper that he would not be allowed to leave until the summer. Ramos has targeted a number of replacement keepers - three are in Spain and the other is playing in Italy - but Robinson could still leave White Hart Lane with a Carling Cup winner's medal.
He has been brooding on the bench since he was dropped after a series of errors which contributed to him losing his place in the England squad.

Robinson celebrates with Tottenham fans on Sunday.

ROBINSON HAPPY AT SPURS
Tottenham goalkeeper Paul Robinson insists his long-term future is at White Hart Lane after getting his place back in the side and winning the Carling Cup.

http://www.sportinglife.com/football/news/story_get.cgi?STORY_NAME=soccer/08/02/25/SOCCER_Tottenham_Robinson.html

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Woods aiming to get fit at Yeovil

HAVING rebuffed Championship interest to join the Rovers revolution in the summer, many players in Martin Woods' shoes would be kicking up a stink at copping bench duties.
But that's not his style, with the Scot having elected to take the "one step back, two steps forward" approach to get back in the starting picture at the Keepmoat.

It's been a frustrating campaign for the ex-Rotherham schemer, with a persistent hamstring injury having kept him on the sidelines for most of the first half of the campaign.

http://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/yorkshire-soccer/Woods-aiming-to-get-fit.3810042.jp

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Woods
http://www.leedsfans.org.uk/leeds/players/751.html

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MILLER FREE TO LEAVE SUNDERLAND
Sunderland midfielder Liam Miller has been told he can leave the club.
The 27-year-old Republic of Ireland international has been told he is free to find another club 18 months after his arrival on Wearside.
Miller is currently fighting his way back to fitness after a calf injury and Sunderland manager Roy Keane had suggested last week the former Manchester United midfielder could make a possible comeback for the reserves on Wednesday evening.
Transfer regulations mean Miller could only join a Football League club on an emergency loan deal before the end of the season.

PA Sport

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CARSON KEEN TO SETTLE DOWN
Liverpool goalkeeper Scott Carson - currently on loan at Aston Villa - wants to sort out his long-term future for the sake of his family. Carson has three years left of his contract with the Reds and is keen to commit himself to one club after previously having loan spells with Sheffield Wednesday and Charlton.

MARTIN O’NEILL told Scott Carson his future cannot be sorted out until the end of the season.
Liverpool’s England keeper, on a season’s loan with Aston Villa, wants to know where he stands in order to make plans for his girlfriend and two-year-old son. But boss O’Neill insists the matter is out of his hands.
Carson, 22, has three years left on his Anfield deal and O’Neill said: “The only deal is with Liverpool and things could be thwarted if they want to take him back.” (The Sun)

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Unwanted Viduka is ready to leave Newcastle



Mark Viduka's long-term future at Newcastle is in doubt, with the player unhappy that he was overlooked for last weekend's demolition by Manchester United.
The Australia striker will be included in Kevin Keegan's squad for Saturday's crucial relegation fight with Blackburn Rovers at St James' Park but was left out against Sir Alex Ferguson's side because of a series of niggling injuries.
However, Sportsmail understands that Viduka was keen to be involved against the Premier League champions and trained on his own on the day before the match.

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Watford are to offer Middlesbrough £1million for left-winger Adam Johnson.  (The People)

Middlesbrough's Adam Johnson is the target of four Championship sides - Wolves, Burnley, Sheffield Wednesday and Watford. (The People)

Wolves manager Mick McCarthy wants to sign Middlesbrough's 20-year-old winger Adam Johnson. (Daily Star)

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CARSON KEEN TO SETTLE DOWN
Liverpool goalkeeper Scott Carson - currently on loan at Aston Villa - wants to sort out his long-term future for the sake of his family. Carson has three years left of his contract with the Reds and is keen to commit himself to one club after previously having loan spells with Sheffield Wednesday and Charlton.

MARTIN O’NEILL told Scott Carson his future cannot be sorted out until the end of the season.
Liverpool’s England keeper, on a season’s loan with Aston Villa, wants to know where he stands in order to make plans for his girlfriend and two-year-old son. But boss O’Neill insists the matter is out of his hands.
Carson, 22, has three years left on his Anfield deal and O’Neill said: “The only deal is with Liverpool and things could be thwarted if they want to take him back.” (The Sun)

Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill is prepared to pay Liverpool £10m to make on-loan goalkeeper Scott Carson's move to the Midlands club a permanent one. (Daily Mail)

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MILLER FREE TO LEAVE SUNDERLAND
Sunderland midfielder Liam Miller has been told he can leave the club.
The 27-year-old Republic of Ireland international has been told he is free to find another club 18 months after his arrival on Wearside.
Miller is currently fighting his way back to fitness after a calf injury and Sunderland manager Roy Keane had suggested last week the former Manchester United midfielder could make a possible comeback for the reserves on Wednesday evening.
Transfer regulations mean Miller could only join a Football League club on an emergency loan deal before the end of the season.

Sunderland boss Roy Keane says midfielder Liam Miller can still have a future at the club - but only if he starts to turn up for training on time. (The Sun)