Blackburn Rovers: August 2008 - news archive

Blackburn boss Paul Ince has played down fears over Roque Santa Cruz's fitness after his injury at Upton Park.

A much-improved display from West Ham took some of the pressure off Alan Curbishley, as they collected their second win of the season.

Blackburn are being tipped to make a move for free agent Uruguayan forward Alvaro Recoba.

Blackburn boss Paul Ince says he is still hoping to make new signings despite the arrival of Keith Andrews from MK Dons.

Blackburn are reported to have thrown out a bid of £4million from Newcastle for defender Stephen Warnock.

MK Dons captain Keith Andrews is reportedly having a medical at Ewood Park ahead of completing his move to Blackburn.

Bolton manager Gary Megson has said that Blackburn have made an enquiry into buying Ali Al-Habsi but the club are reluctant to sell.

Robbie Fowler is reported to have turned down a pay-as-you-play contract at Blackburn as he holds out for a permanent deal.

Blackburn are reported to have launched a pre-deadline bid to sign Bolton goalkeeper Ali Al-Habsi.

Paul Ince wants to sign another three players for Blackburn and is being linked with Manchester City's Stephen Ireland.

Blackburn manager Paul Ince has revealed he did fear star striker Roque Santa Cruz might leave Ewood Park.

Paul Ince blamed the midweek international fixtures for Blackburn's lethargic performance in Saturday's 1-1 home draw against Hull.

Hull City claimed a vital point through a Richard Garcia header after coming from behind to draw at Ewood Park.

Roque Santa Cruz has ended all the speculation over his future at Blackburn by penning a new four-year deal at the club.

Brett Emerton has recovered from a toe injury and is expected to return when Blackburn take on Hull City on Saturday.

Blackburn are being linked with a move for Real Madrid winger Jordi Lopez as boss Paul Ince looks to bolster his options.

Blackburn manager Paul Ince is weighing up a move for Torino's £4million-rated midfielder Vince Grella, according to reports.

Blackburn manager Paul Ince is ready to do battle with Aston Villa counterpart Martin O'Neill to sign Valencia striker Nikola Zigic.

Blackburn defender Zurab Khizanishvili claims his Georgia team-mates are determined to play in Wales despite trouble in their homeland.

Blackburn are still waiting to see if Robbie Fowler will accept an offer, while reported target Vince Grella wants a move to England.

Blackburn have played down talk that a fresh approach has been made by Sunderland for striker Benni McCarthy.

Blackburn Rovers are thought to have made an offer for Valencia star Joaquin although teammate Alexis says he is happy in Spain.

Sunderland are hoping to prise Benni McCarthy away from Blackburn by meeting the club's £9million valuation of the striker.

Blackburn are ready to offer Robbie Fowler a six-month deal with the promise of something more long term if he impresses.

Blackburn boss Paul Ince insists he will not sell the in-demand duo of Roque Santa Cruz and Stephen Warnock this summer.

Andre Ooijer stabbed home with the last kick of the game to give Blackburn Rovers a dramatic 3-2 victory over Everton at Goodison Park.

Roy Keane is reportedly preparing a club record bid to try and secure the services of Blackburn striker Benni McCarthy for Sunderland.

David Dunn says Blackburn will be aiming for European qualification this season as they kick-off their campaign at Everton on Saturday.

Man City and Tottenham are both still interested in signing Blackburn striker Roque Santa Cruz despite being told he is not for sale.

Blackburn have been drawn at home against Grimsby in the second round of the Carling Cup with the tie to be played on August 26/27.

The agent of Blackburn's Holland international defender Andre Ooijer says he would be interested in returning home to join AZ Alkmaar.

Man City boss Mark Hughes is understood to have tabled a £12million bid for Blackburn Rovers striker Roque Santa Cruz.

Blackburn could face a battle for trial midfielder Anthony Annan as Man United and Arsenal have reportedly joined the race to sign him.

Stephen Warnock's transfer request at Blackburn could scupper boss Paul Ince's bid to ensure no more of his first team are sold.

Rovers boss Paul Ince is hopeful that Roque Santa Cruz will be fit to face Everton as he recovers from an Achilles injury.

Paul Ince says Robbie Fowler is closing in on full fitness and could be offered a deal with Blackburn for this season.

Anthony Annan is hoping to complete his move to Blackburn as Paul Ince admits he is in the hunt to sign new players.

Paul Ince has hit back at the critics and says he must be given time following reports of growing unrest at Blackburn.

Blackburn boss Paul Ince has reportedly targeted Valencia ace Nicola Zigic, but could face competition from Stoke for the striker.

Blackburn will be alerted by Sebastian Larsson telling Birmingham City he wants to leave St Andrews in search of Premiership football.

Blackburn Rover's striker Roque Santa Cruz has dismissed reports new boss Paul Ince is facing a player revolt at Ewood Park.

Barnsley have signed former Holland Under-21 international Maceo Rigters on a season-long loan deal from Blackburn.

Blackburn are sweating over the fitness of Roque Santa Cruz, who could miss the big kick-off against Everton through injury.

Blackburn are reported to have rejected an approach from Turkish outfit Galatasaray for striker Benni McCarthy.

Blackburn striker Benni McCarthy says he is on Galatasary's wanted list but has not received an offer from the Turkish club.

Blackburn are closing in on the signing of Roque Santa Cruz's brother Julio, who could pen a three-year deal.

Rovers boss Paul Ince is in no rush to replace David Bentley but is still hoping to sign more players before the season starts.

Rovers boss Paul Ince has promised more signings after taking Manchester United right-back Danny Simpson on a season-long loan.

Blackburn are on the verge of completing a move for Ghana international Anthony Annan after the player arrived at Ewood Park.

Blackburn have been warned off Birmingham midfielder Sebastian Larsson as the midfielder is not for sale.

Blackburn striker Roque Santa Cruz will be fit for the start of the season despite taking a knock to his Achilles at Wolves.

Blackburn defender Stephen Warnock is being linked with Everton in a deal that would see Leighton Baines move the other way.