Posted by kwame on September 15, 2007
Sunderland’s £6m striker Kenwyne Jones inspired his side to victory against Reading on a moving day for the Black Cats at the Stadium of
Light. Prior to kick off they paid their respects to 1973 FA Cup-winning scorer Ian Porterfield, who died on Tuesday.
Jones opened the scoring with his first Sunderland goal, a brilliant turn and sizzling finish from 25 yards out.
He laid on a second for Ross Wallace to slot home, before Dave Kitson headed home a late consolation for Reading.
It was an emotionally-charged afternoon on Wearside, as Sunderland bade farewell to one of their favourite sons.
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Posted by kwame on August 30, 2007
Reading have rejected a bid from West Ham for defender Nicky Shorey, with manager Steve Coppell describing the offer as “derisory”.
BBC Radio 5live reported on Wednesday that the Royals had turned down a £4m offer for the 26-year-old.
“I cannot deny there was a written offer made,” said Coppell. “Given the price of players today we thought it was nigh on a derisory offer.
“We turned it down immediately and we have had no contact since.”
Shorey, 26, made his England debut against Brazil at Wembley at the end of last season.
He has been linked with Newcastle, but West Ham are favourites to clinch a deal after talks on a new contract at Reading stalled.
source:bbcsports
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Posted by kwame on August 29, 2007
West Ham have made a £5m bid for Reading’s England left-back Nicky Shorey, BBC Radio 5live understands. Shorey, 26, made his England debut against Brazil at Wembley at the end of last season.
He has been linked with Newcastle, but West Ham are favourites to clinch a deal after talks on a new contract at Reading stalled.
West Ham, however, may need to increase their offer to about £6m to persuade Reading to sell Shorey.
source:bbcsports
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