Rovers will hold a press conference tomorrow to unveil Australian international Brett Emerton who joined Blackburn from Feyenoord last week. The 24-year midfielder who has signed a four-year contract . Stated last week: "Blackburn a great club, they performed well last season, finishing in the top six and they're only going to improve. "I've always dreamed of playing in the Premiership so to finally achieve it is great." Emerton who has made 28 appearances for Australia, scoring 6 goals, including the third goal against England in the recent friendly, was voted Oceanic Player of the Year 2002. A gifted right sided midfielder who is renouned for his passing and crossing abilities can also play as defender and should link up well with his fellow countryman Lucas Neill. Brett Emerton Wing back / Midfielder Date of Birth: 22 February 1979 Height: 185cm Weight: 85kg

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After the condemning comments about Blackburn manager Graeme Souness by recently transferred David Dunn and Keith Gillespie this week, Blackburn’s Gary Flitcroft and Andy Cole have spoken out in support of the manager, as has new signing Brett Emerton. Flitcroft has stating "There is a great team spirit here. You don't have the success that we've had here in the last three years without a good team spirit. Whilst Cole who has had his run in’s with Souness is reported to have said. "The manager is doing a great job. We have have come a long way at Blackburn and the club is still going forward. He has assembled a tidy little team and no one can argue with that. "When I first arrived here we were in the bottom half of the table. But to finish 10th and then sixth since then is some going. That's down to the manager." Emerton is quoted as saying “Obviously I have a great impression of him otherwise I would not be considering going to the club. I cannot comment about the other players but as far as I am concerned he has treated me well. Editors comment Maybe there is an arrogance about Souness, but is it a case of Sour Grapes. For what the fans think check out the message board by clicking on the link.There is no need to register to read the topicsLink to Message board

Following today's signing by Blackburn Rovers of Australian midfielder Brett Emerton, a further signing is expected before the weekend. Rangers defender Lorenzo Amoruso will finally complete his reported £1.5 million move to Blackburn tomorrow night. The player has passed a medical and his agent Andrea D'Amico is quoted on the Rangers web site as saying, "He is expected on Friday night when he should sign."

Ciaran Donnelly As one chapter finishes, a new one starts, as local boy David Dunn leaves Blackburn a new midfield prodigy is developing under Blackburn’s Academy set up. Ciaran Donnelly, a lifelong Rovers supporter, as is his father, is off to Liechtenstein to represent England in the UEFA U19 European Championships. Ciaron’s goals helped England qualify for the championship and he was a key member of the Rover’s team that won the U19 Championship. Exiled Rovers Recently released Rover’s midfield winger Keith Gillespie has today passed a medical with the view to joining newly promoted Leicester City, whilst James Corbett has joined Southend on a free transfer. Hakan Sukur released by Rovers at the end of the season has joined Turkish club, Galatasaray. With the imminent sale of Amoruso to Blackburn, Rangers are to give former Rovers defender David May, recently released by Manchester United, a months trial.

Update 2pm 8.7.2003 Chief executive John Williams is reported to have said: "I can confirm that further discussion have taken place and are ongoing. The player himself has undergone a medical and we are making progress."

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As reported on this site yesterday, transfer speculation in respect to Blackburn Rovers and Feyenoord’s Emerton is hotting up in the media. Brett Emerton could fulfil his dream of joining the Premier League after Blackburn confirmed today that they are ready to complete a deal to bring the Aussie midfielder to Ewood Park. Some sources are even predicting that the deal could be completed within 24 hours. Several Premiership clubs, including Aston Villa, Middlesbrough, Tottenham and Newcastle have been linked with Emerton. Now it’s up to Graeme Souness to convince the versatile player, who can operate in midfield or in defence, that his future lies at Ewood Park.

If press and media reports are to be believed, Blackburn Rovers will sign two new players this week. Whilst the drawn out transfer saga of defender Lorenzo Amoruso should be finalised this week when he signs for Blackburn from Rangers, the biggest breaking news as far as Rovers Supporters are concerned is the reported imminent signing of Australian midfielder Brett Emerton from Feyenoord for a reported sum of £3million. It is understood that there are three Premiership clubs interested in the the player and Emerton will travel to Blackburn this week to discuss terms with Rovers manager Graeme Souness. Reports also suggest that Rovers have reopened discussions with Vratislav Gresko.

The traditionalists are today smiling at the thought of no further alterations to the fixture list, following the announcement of Pay to View matches. As a result of PPV ignoring Blackburn Rovers in their Schedule, the Ewood faithful are now guaranteed a bigger percentage of traditional 3pm Saturday afternoon games

Blackburn's midfielder David Dunn this afternoon agreed personal term with Birmingham City and subject to passing a medical will join the midlands club. Check out the messageboard and read what the fans have to say. Just click on the 2 link below,There is no need to register Dunn joins Brum. Dunny v Souey

The future of locally born Blackburn Rovers player, David Dunn now lies in his own hands, after Rovers accepted Birmingham City’s bid for the player today. A number of clubs were reported to be interested in the midfielder after he refused an extension to his current contract at the end of the season. However it would appear that only Birmingham made a firm offer, for the midfielder who has gained one England international cap. Unsubstantiated reports this morning (2.7.2003) suggest that Middlesbrough have made a last minute bid for Dunn. Dunn, who progressed through Blackburn’s youth system, achieved every supporters dream of playing for their home club, decided this afternoon where his loyalties lie, when he agreed to sign for Birmingham City. Subject to passing a medical Dunn will sign a four year contract, joining up with former Rovers players Damian Johnson and Jeff Kenna at Birmingham.

With pre-season training starting next week, Blackburn Rovers Chief Executive, John Williams is reported to have told BBC Radio Lancashire, that any move for David Dunn must be completed by the end of this week. Blackburn today (1.7.2003) confirmed that they have agreed a fee for Dunn with Birmingham City. Meanwhile Blackburn’s official web site are reporting that Lorenzo Amoruso has passed his medical and talks are continuing with the Italian defenders representative regarding personal terms. It is hoped that matters can be resolved in time for Amoruso to join the club before the start of pre-season training next week. The official site have also confirmed that the club have renewed their interest in Belgian left back Philippe Leonard

It would appear that Spurs have a clone of the Burnley transfer reporter. After it was revealed last week that Ronaldo was to sign for the Yorkshire club, Blackburn have laughed off rumours coming out of White Hart Lane that Tugay was a transfer target for the North London club.

Reports would suggest that Blackburn manager is concerned regarding the protracted transfer of Vratislav Gresko. Rovers having agreed a transfer fee with Gresko’s club Parma over a month ago are still waiting for the left back to agree personal terms. These delays may result in Souness making enquiries elsewhere, as he currently doesn’t have a recognised left back on the books, although young centre back Jay McEveley was the find of last season when he filled in at left back. Reports today on various sites are quoting an article in the Lancashire Evening Telegraph that suggests that Blackburn are considering signing Monaco's Philippe Leonard. The Belgian international left back Leonard is available on a free transfer after being released by French side Monaco.

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After being unable to impress at Ewood Park, Blackburn striker Cicco Grabbi could be on his way back to Italy. The Italian striker is being linked with a move to Napoli, to join up with his former Ternana manager, who is now in charge of Napoli. With manager Graeme Souness this week confirming that Egil Ostenstad still has a part to play in his plans for the coming season, Grabbi’s first team opportunities will be limited bearing in mind that Blackburn have Cole, Yorke, Jansen and Gallagher fighting for a place on the bench let alone automatic first team selection.

Former Blackburn striker Mike Newell has been appointed manager of Luton Town. Newell who scored the vital penalty for Blackburn in the playoff final against Leicester at Wembley back in 1992, was recently released by Hartlepool after he lead them to promotion from the third division. Newell’s appointment as manager of Luton was based on votes cast by the players, season ticket holder, shareholder and board members.

Whilst there where rumours yesterday that Rangers defender Amoruso was to have a medical at Ewood Park there is still no confirmation from the club regarding his signing. Graeme Souness is reported to be still hopeful of signing Millwall’s Republic of Ireland winger Steven Reid. The Blackburn manager is being quoted on a number of web sites as saying. “We have made an offer for Steven Reid which is on the Millwall chairman’s desk. “We think it is a very fair bid and what happens next is up to them. Meanwhile negotiations are continuing with Birmingham regarding the transfer of David Dunn. Blackburn are understood to want a guaranteed payment of £4m, plus £1.5m in additional payments for the midfielder.

The BBC sports web site is reporting that Blackburn manager Graeme Souness is considering a move for Barcelona’s Frank de Boer. It is reported that he told the bbc website: "Frank de Boer is one of several players we are currently looking at and it is something we are weighing up at the moment." For more transfer rumours and what the supporters think check out the messageboard. There is no need to register to read the messageboard CLICK HERE FOR TRANSFER RUMOURS

Reports would indicate that Italian defender Amoruso is expected to have a medical at Blackburn today. The Daily Record report that Amoruso confirmed his transfer last night when he said: "Everything should be finalised with Blackburn after I complete my medical. "Graeme and I have reached an agreement but I had to wait until the Blackburn chief executive returned from his holiday before anything could happen. "While it saddens me greatly that I have left Rangers after six magical years at the club, I'm really looking forward to working with Graeme and Blackburn Rovers.

Birmingham City manager Steve Bruce has admitted to the official Birmingham City web site, www.blues.premiumtv.co.uk that the club remain determined to sign Blackburn’s midfielder David Dunn. Bruce is quoted as saying. : “I am still very much in the chase and talks are ongoing. We tabled a bid for him three weeks ago and it is a little bit of a stalemate, so we need to be patient. “There is still a long way left in the transfer window, something like nine weeks. We hope he will sign for us but we will just have to wait and see. If not we will have to look elsewhere.” Updated 22.6.2003. Reports would indicate that Graeme Souness has given Birmingham a deadline for completing the deal. Souness doesnt want Dunn back in pre-season training with his future in doubt. For further information about what Rovers supporters think about the David Dunn’s transfer saga, check the link to the messageboard. Click here for Dunny v Souey There is no need to register to read the messageboard

Less than 24 hours after the fixture were announced, the derby games against Manchester City and Liverpool have been rearranged. Blackburn today confirmed that the Manchester City game due to be played on August 27 has been postponed due to City's involvement in the qualifying round of the UEFA Cup. A new date for the fixture has yet to be announced. Meanwhile Blackburns away game at Anfield has been put back 24 hours due to the Grand National being run on the Saturday. The game will now be played on Sunday the 4th April, kick off 3pm. Supporters should prepare themselves for further changes to the fixtures schedule, to accomodate UEFA Cup games and satelite tv schedules.

Blackburn start the new season at Ewood Park, against newly promoted Wolves, followed by local derbies against Bolton at the Reebok and Manchester City at Ewood Park. Rovers fans will be happy to hear that they wont have to travel on Boxing Day as they entertain Middlebrough at Ewood Park. They are also fortunate that the last game of the season in May 2004, will also be at Ewood, against Birmingham City. For more on the fixtures and what the fans think check out the message board. Click here for Fixtures Countdown There is no need to register to read the messageboard