Blackburn Rovers: September 2008 Archives

Blackburn target Stephen Appiah admits he may not get his dream move to the Premiership as interest in him has dried up.

Blackburn could face a battle with Portsmouth for Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant when the transfer window opens.

West Ham are said to be lining up a January swoop for Zurab Khizanishvili, who is struggling for action at Blackburn.

Paul Ince praised his Blackburn players' professionalism after their 2-1 win away at crisis club Newcastle.

Paul Ince says Tugay is a key part of his Blackburn squad but admits he will have to be careful with him this season.

Blackburn boss Paul Ince has ruled himself out of the running for Stephen Appiah as the player's wages would be too high.

Paul Ince hailed the performances of Robbie Fowler and Tugay as Blackburn knocked Everton out of the Carling Cup.

Paul Robinson will undergo a scan on his calf before Blackburn can establish how long the goalkeeper will be out for.

The advice of Blackburn's new defensive coach Nigel Winterburn has been praised by loan full-back Danny Simpson.

Robbie Fowler is set to make his first Blackburn start on Wednesday as Paul Ince's injury-hit squad face Everton in the Carling Cup.

Paul Ince is hoping for a good turn out for Blackburn's Carling Cup tie with Everton as he feels home backing could be crucial.

Blackburn insist they are first in the queue for the signing of Chilean midfielder Carlos Villanueva, who is currently on loan.

Blackburn are ready to battle with Sunderland for Litex Lovech midfielder Ivelin Popov, who could be available in January.

Paul Ince has called for a huge defensive improvement from Blackburn when they host Fulham on Saturday.

Blackburn have been rocked by the news David Dunn could be out of action for up to four months with an Achilles injury.

Blackburn have moved closer to completing a deal for winger Ugur Yildirim after he was released by Turkish side Sivasspor.

Midfielder Keith Andrews is backing Rovers manager Paul Ince to be a long-term success at Ewood Park.

Blackburn Rovers new defensive coach Nigel Winterburn has admitted he has yet to get started in his new role and is keen to push on.

Blackburn Rovers midfielder Carlos Villanueva has said he would like to turn his year long loan deal into a permanent one.

Blackburn Rovers have hinted they will not offer Philippe Christanval a deal after the player's trial with the Ewood Park side.

Paul Ince blamed a lack of quality in numbers after Blackburn crashed to a heavy 4-0 home defeat by Arsenal.

Club captain Ryan Nelsen is worried Blackburn are becoming too cavalier and has called for his team-mates to tighten up.

Blackburn have confirmed Frenchman Philippe Christanval is on trial at Ewood Park after leaving Fulham at the end of last season.

Blackburn boss Paul Ince has set his sights on Dutch winger Ugur Yildirim who currently plays for Sivasspor in Turkey.

Rovers boss Paul Ince says he is 'flattered' to be linked with the Newcastle job but insists he is focused solely on Blackburn.

Newcastle owner Mike Ashley is said to be set to choose between Paul Ince and Gus Poyet for the vacant manager's job at St James' Park.

Blackburn target Valdo has insisted he is happy at Espanyol after being denied then chance to move to the Premier League.

Blackburn have been dealt a major injury blow with Andre Ooijer set to miss Arsenal's visit to Ewood Park.

Rovers defender Andre Ooijer is set to miss Arsenal's visit to Ewood Park on Saturday after picking up an injury playing for Holland.

Blackburn Rovers' boss Paul Ince is eyeing up a move for Macclesfield Town's former Manchester United trainee Nick Blackman.

Blackburn boss Paul Ince is a shock contender to replace Kevin Keegan as Newcastle manager, according to reports.

Robbie Fowler is set to be offered a three-month pay-as-you-play deal by Blackburn after reportedly rejecting a move to Norway.

Blackburn say they hope to secure the future of David Dunn by getting him tied down to a new deal at Ewood Park.

Steven Reid is delighted to be back in the Republic of Ireland first-team following two years of injury problems.

Blackburn could be about to swoop for Dutch winger Kiran Bechan after reports claimed Paul Ince has offered him a trial.

Vince Grella is racing to be fit for Blackburn's clash with Arsenal next week after a calf injury ruled him out of the Australia squad.

Benni McCarthy admits he is facing an uncertain future at Blackburn and could be forced to leave following the arrival of Paul Ince.

Roque Santa Cruz should be fit to face Arsenal in the Premier League on September 13 after declaring himself available for Paraguay.

Alvaro Recoba will not be joining Blackburn soon but a deal for Robbie Fowler is still alive, chairman John Williams has confirmed.

Blackburn are reported to be closing in on former Inter Milan star Alvaro Recoba, who is available on a free transfer.

New signing Mark Bunn says it is a 'dream come true' to sign for Blackburn and cannot wait to get started at Ewood Park.

Blackburn failed with a late move to draft in a new signing and also had to fight off interest in one of their star players.

Blackburn have signed Northampton goalkeeper Mark Bunn but may have to wait before drafting in a new right winger.