Blackburn Rovers: July 2008 - news archive

Rovers to bid for Reds ace

BlackburnBlackburn will use some of the cash raised from the sale of David Bentley to launch a £6million bid for Liverpool's Jermaine Pennant.

Bentley goes for £15m

BlackburnTottenham have completed the signing of David Bentley from Blackburn for a fee that could rise to £17million.

Rovers linked with Torino ace

BlackburnBlackburn are reported to be showing an interest in Torino's Australian international midfielder Vince Grella.

Bentley having medical with Spurs

BlackburnBlackburn midfielder David Bentley is undergoing a medical at Tottenham and hopes to wrap up a deal in the next 24 hours.

Chile ace aims to be hot stuff at Rovers

BlackburnBlackburn's new signing Chilean forward Carlos Villanueva is looking forward to getting the green light to start his career in England.

Spurs in driving seat for Bentley

BlackburnBlackburn chairman John Williams has admitted the club are in talks with Tottenham about the possible sale of winger David Bentley.

Greece ace cool on Rovers switch

BlackburnOlympiacos defender Vassilis Torosidis says there has not been any contact from Blackburn but admits he would be interested in a move.

Rovers target Serie A swoop

BlackburnBlackburn boss Paul Ince is being linked with a raid on Palermo for Australia star Mark Bresciano but faces strong competition.

Midfielder linked with Boro

BlackburnBlackburn midfielder David Dunn is the latest player to be linked with a summer switch to Middlesbrough.

Santa Cruz linked with Rovers exit

BlackburnManchester United are ready to turn to Blackburn's Roque Santa Cruz after dropping their interest in Spurs star Dimitar Berbatov.

Friedel departs for Villa

BlackburnAston Villa have completed the signing of Blackburn keeper Brad Friedel for around £2.5million on a three-year contract.

Robbo signs for Rovers

BlackburnBlackburn have completed the signing of Tottenham goalkeeper Paul Robinson for £3.5m, opening the door for Brad Friedel to leave.

Rovers end Castillo interest

BlackburnBlackburn Rovers have ended their interest in £6million Ecuadorian International midfielder Segundo Castillo.

Robinson to join Rovers today

BlackburnBlackburn Rovers look set to complete the signing of Tottenham's Paul Robinson today with the goalkeeper due to have a medical.

Ince eyes Anfield raid

BlackburnBlackburn manager Paul Ince is ready to go back to his old club Liverpool to sign winger Jermaine Pennant, according to reports.

Villa must wait for Friedel

BlackburnAston Villa must wait until Premier League rivals Blackburn bring in a replacement before they can sign goalkeeper Brad Friedel.

O'Neill to up ante for Friedel

BlackburnAston Villa are this week expected to make a renewed bid to sign want-away Blackburn goalkeeper Brad Friedel, according to reports.

Bentley fans exit flames

BlackburnDavid Bentley has fuelled speculation about his future by pulling out of Blackburn Rovers' pre-season trip to Portugal.

Rovers ready to cash in on Bentley

BlackburnDavid Bentley is reported to have demanded a move to Tottenham after Blackburn said he can go at the right price.

Rovers target Mexican defender

BlackburnBlackburn are showing an interest in Stuttgart defender Ricardo Osorio but have yet to make a bid for the player.

Midfield star signs new four-year contract

BlackburnBrett Emerton has given boss Paul Ince some welcome good news after agreeing a new four-year contract with Blackburn.

Newcastle ready to make improved bid for defender

BlackburnNewcastle boss Kevin Keegan is tipped to test Blackburn's resolve by making an improved offer for left-back Stephen Warnock.

Ince's free run on target

BlackburnBlackburn should complete the formalities of a swoop for MK Dons captain Keith Andrews this week.

Rivals out of Bentley race

BlackburnAston Villa boss Martin O'Neill says he has dropped his interest in Blackburn's David Bentley after failing with a bid.

Rovers to sign Chilean starlet

BlackburnChilean starlet Carlos Villanueva will become a Blackburn player by next week acorrding to the players agent.

Rovers reject bids for stars

BlackburnBlackburn have rejected bids for David Bentley and Stephen Warnock - and have insisted Andre Ooijer is not for sale.

Friedel asks to leave Rovers

BlackburnBlackburn have rejected two bids for goalkeeper Brad Friedel, who has asked to leave, chairman John Williams has confirmed.

Rovers reject £3m rival swoop

BlackburnBlackburn are reported to have rejected a £3million bid from Newcastle for Rovers defender Stephen Warnock.

Ince closes on first signing

BlackburnBlackburn are closing in on the signing of an international midfielder after holding talks with the mystery player.

Rovers in keeper battle

BlackburnBlackburn, Middlesbrough and West Brom are battling it out with Stoke for the signature of Liverpool keeper Scott Carson.

Ince handed Dutch dilemma

BlackburnGreek side Panathinaikos a targeting a move for Blackburn defender Andre Ooijer, who has also been linked with PSV Eindhoven.

Santa Cruz issues future pledge

BlackburnArsenal target Roque Santa Cruz has played down talk of a move and says he is fully focused on life at Blackburn.

Ince rules out Spurs swoop

BlackburnBlackburn have ruled out a move for Tottenham goalkeeper Paul Robinson as Brad Friedel will be staying at Ewood Park.

Ince throws out Bentley bid

BlackburnBlackburn boss Paul Ince has confirmed that Aston Villa have made a bid for David Bentley but says the player is not for sale.

Ince adds to coaching staff

BlackburnPaul Ince has added to his backroom staff at Ewood Park by appointing Nigel Winterburn as Blackburn's new defensive coach.

Spurs line up £17m swap deal for England star

BlackburnSpurs are reportedly hoping to complete a £17m move for Blackburn's David Bentley this week with Paul Robinson heading the other way.

Ince sets deadline for striker deal

BlackburnStriker Robbie Fowler has been given two weeks to earn himself a contract with Blackburn by new boss Paul Ince.

Friedel stays - Rovers

BlackburnMan City boss Mark Hughes has been told he will not be able to tempt Blackburn keeper Brad Friedel to Eastlands this summer.

Gers realistic over Cottage deal

BlackburnRangers boss Walter Smith has resigned himself to defeat in the battle to sign Steven Davis - if Blackburn firm up their interest.

Fowler rejects 'past it' talk

BlackburnPotential Blackburn new boy Robbie Fowler insists he still has the ability to terrorise Premier League defences.

Fight on for ace

BlackburnTottenham are reportedly on the verge of blowing Aston Villa's £10m move for Blackburn's David Bentley out of the water.

Ince's shock striker move

BlackburnNew Blackburn boss Paul Ince looks set to make former Liverpool team-mate Robbie Fowler his first signing at Ewood Park.

Bentley bid lodged - reports

BlackburnAston Villa are said to have opened the bidding for want-away Blackburn winger David Bentley by offering �10m.

Bentley happy with Rovers - Ince

BlackburnPaul Ince says he is 'fed up' with speculation surrounding the future of David Bentley and insists the player is happy at Blackburn.

Midfielder target staying put

BlackburnBlackburn have been told that Sporting Lisbon midfielder Simon Vukcevic is not for sale and will be staying in Portugal.

Rovers could thwart Gers bid

BlackburnBlackburn are being tipped to scupper Rangers attempts to sign Northern Ireland midfielder Steven Davis this summer.

Rovers set Bentley price

BlackburnBlackburn reportedly want an offer of £17million before they would consider selling England midfielder David Bentley.

Ince handed transfer cash boost

BlackburnBlackburn chairman John Williams has confirmed that the Jack Walker Trust will hand more transfer funds to Paul Ince this summer.

Rovers rule out Brad exit

BlackburnManchester City are being linked with Brad Friedel but Blackburn officials say the goalkeeper is not for sale.

Knox eyes quality signings

BlackburnArchie Knox says Blackburn will be able to attract some quality players to the club after being added to the coaching staff.

Rovers handed defender pledge boost

BlackburnThe agent of defender Christopher Samba insists the player is happy at Blackburn and is not looking to leave the club this summer.

Knox joins new Rovers regime

BlackburnVeteran Scottish coach Archie Knox has joined new Blackburn boss Paul Ince's backroom staff at Ewood Park.

Gunners target Rovers ace