Cardiff City: August 2008 - news archive

Bluebirds snub huge duo swoop

CardiffChairman Peter Ridsdale has confirmed that Cardiff have snubbed big money offers from several clubs for Joe Ledley and Roger Johnson.

Jones eyes emergency midfield deal

CardiffDave Jones has admitted that he will be forced to try and sign a loan midfielder after Riccardo Scimeca was ruled out for two months.

Trio hurt in Bluebirds cup win

CardiffCardiff were hit by injuries to Darcy Blake, Tony Capaldi and Riccy Scimeca during the 2-1 Carling Cup win against MK Dons on Tuesday.

Defender set for shock Bluebirds return

CardiffTony Capaldi is set to make an early return from summer knee surgery in Cardiff's Carling Cup second round visit of MK Dons on Tuesday.

Johnson aims to make mark

CardiffCardiff City new boy Eddie Johnson is looking forward to the season with the Bluebirds and hopes to make a big impact.

New signing set for Bluebirds bow

CardiffNew signing Gabor Gyepes is set to make his Cardiff debut in place of the departed Glenn Loovens for Saturday's visit of Norwich City.

Bluebirds close in on Premiership striker

CardiffCardiff are said to be on the verge of completing a loan move for Fulham's US international striker Eddie Johnson.

New boy sets sights high

CardiffNew Cardiff signing Gabor Gyepes says he wants to prove himself for the club in order to get back into the Hungary set up.

Rae faces injury decision

CardiffCardiff boss Dave Jones says defender Gavin Rae will have to decide himself whether or not to play on with a chipped bone in his knee.

Spirit the key - Kennedy

CardiffCardiff City defender Mark Kennedy says the club can thank their 'never say die' spirit for their point at Doncaster.

Loovens makes Celtic move

CardiffCardiff defender Glenn Loovens has joined Scottish champions Celtic for a fee in the region of £3million on a four-year deal.

Chairman defends Loovens exit

CardiffCardiff chairman Peter Ridsdale has defended the sale of Glen Loovens to Celtic saying he would have been worth nothing in 16 days.

Bid for international turned down

CardiffCardiff chairman Peter Ridsdale has revealed they turned down an offer, thought to be from Everton, for Joe Ledley on Wednesday.

Duo want Loovens

CardiffRangers boss Walter Smith looks set to make a straight cash offer of around £2.5m for the services of Cardiff's Glenn Loovens.

Jones questions attitude

CardiffCardiff boss Dave Jones believes his side should have beaten Bournemouth with greater ease after their 2-1 win in the Carling Cup.

Striker targeted

CardiffCardiff boss Dave Jones has stated he would still like to add another striker to his squad before the transfer window closes.

McNaughton targets promotion

CardiffCardiff defender Kevin McNaughton believes the Bluebirds have what it takes to gain promotion to the Premier League this season.

Jones forced into transfer wait

CardiffDave Jones admits Cardiff may have to wait until late this month before adding further new signings to the squad.

Trialist fails in City bid

CardiffDave Jones has decided not to offer Nigerian international midfielder Wilson Oruma a contract following his recent trial with Cardiff.

Nigerian handed Bluebirds chance

CardiffNigerian midfielder Wilson Oruma has secured a trial spell with Cardiff City as boss Dave Jones aims to bolster his midfield options.

Bluebirds eye triple swoop

CardiffCardiff boss Dave Jones says he is working hard to sign new players and hopes to draft in another three before the big kick-off.

Striker to silence doubters

CardiffCardiff City new boy Jay Bothroyd is hoping to silence his doubters over the course of the forthcoming season.

Hitman to join Bluebirds

CardiffWolves striker Jay Bothroyd looks set to join Cardiff City after watching the Bluebirds' goalless draw against Ajax.

Rangers postpone Bluebirds raid

CardiffRangers boss Walter Smith is reportedly set to postpone his efforts to sign Cardiff defender Glenn Loovens until the January window.