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Blackburn boss Sam Allardyce has taken former France Under-21 international Herold Goulon on a short-term trial.

Sam Allardyce is being linked with a move for French midfielder Herold Goulon who is a currently a free agent.

Blackburn's Australian midfielder Brett Emerton is getting back to the player he was before the World Cup, according to Sam Allardyce.

Sam Allardyce claims El Hadji Diouf is losing his reputation for being a bad boy and is maturing into a top player.

Sam Allardyce will be without David Dunn, Keith Andrews, Vince Grella and Jason Roberts for the trip to Blackpool this weekend.

Blackburn boss Sam Allardyce is looking for his defence to tighten up as he targets a return to last season's miserly back line.

Sam Allardyce has launched a tirade at his side and questioned their determination following defeat to Aston Villa.

Sam Allardyce has insisted his comments about being able to manage Real Madrid were not meant to be taken seriously.

Blackburn midfielder Martin Olsson could return for the Carling Cup clash at Aston Villa after recovering from a shoulder injury.

Blackburn Rovers manager Sam Allardyce admits his comments about managing Real Madrid were just tongue-in-cheek.

Sam Allardyce has called on French midfielder Steven N'Zonzi to improve his game or continue to miss out on first team football.

Boss Sam Allardyce is set to complain to the Premier League over referee Anthony Taylor following the draw with Fulham.

Sam Allardyce will hand late fitness tests to both Ryan Nelsen and Michel Salgado ahead of the clash with Fulham at Ewood Park.

Sam Allardyce has reignited his feud with Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger by accusing him of trying to influence referees.

Rovers boss Sam Allardyce claims he will be delighted if clubs start to fear their trips to Ewood Park.

Blackburn Rovers boss Sam Allardyce is looking for his side to become 'hard to beat' away from home in order to climb the table.

Indian businessman Ahsan Ali Syed has promised Sam Allardyce £100m to spend over five years if he takes over at the club.

Blackburn keeper Paul Robinson has hailed the efforts of skipper Chris Samba as 'immense' following the draw at Manchester City.

Indian tycoon Ahsan Ali Syed is expected to visit the club this week as he gets closer to a possible full takeover at Ewood Park.

Blackburn manager Sam Allardyce has backed forward Nikola Kalinic to have a successful season after his early double salvo.

Sam Allardyce has urged Fabio Capello to try and convince keeper Paul Robinson to overturn his decision to quit England.

A spokesperson for businessman Ahsan Ali Syed insists negotiations to buy Blackburn Rovers are "ongoing".

Blackburn boss Sam Allardyce is expected to hand Benjani his debut against his former club at Eastlands on Saturday.

Sam Allardyce says it is "doubtful" Ahsan Ali Syed's takeover of Blackburn will go through but says the next fortnight is crucial.

Rovers defender Pascal Chimbonda has now insisted he would welcome a new deal at Ewood Park if an offer was put on the table.

Blackburn boss Sam Allardyce is planning a January swoop for Stoke's Turkish international striker Tuncay Sanli.

Blackburn's interest in Bulgarian striker Ivelin Popov had to be shelved because they were unable to sell Jason Roberts.

Benjani wants to repay Sam Allardyce's faith in him and prove any doubters wrong about his ability to score goals.

Sam Allardyce says he is a year ahead of schedule in his long-term rebuilding plans for Blackburn Rovers.

Blackburn have assured fans that they will investigate potential buyer Ahsan Ali Syed in a bid to safeguard the club's future.

Benjani says he believes he will get the backing needed by Sam Allardyce, as he seeks a turnaround in fortunes at Ewood Park.

Blackburn new boy Benjani is hoping to get straight into action and has his sights set on a debut against his former employers.

Blackburn boss Sam Allardyce is considering a move for free-agent Amdy Faye after naming a squad of just 21 players.

Blackburn have failed in a bid to sign Litex Lovech striker Ivelin Popov after he was denied a work permit.

West Ham are awaiting Premier League approval after agreeing a deadline day deal with Blackburn for right-back Lars Jacobsen.