CCC, L1, L2 transfers season 10/11

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Seeing that there will be a few bits on intrest in these leagues may aswell. post only offical transfers in here.

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Coventry have been busy -

Coventry City sign Stephen O'Halloran from Aston Villa

Aston Villa left-back Stephen O'Halloran has joined Coventry City on a free transfer.

The 22-year-old Republic of Ireland international has agreed a one-year deal with the option of a further 12 months at the Ricoh Arena.

O'Halloran, whose caps came in 2007 and 2008, began his career at Villa as an apprentice but has failed to break into the first team.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/footbal ... 762149.stm

Gary McSheffrey returns to Coventry City

Coventry City have announced former striker Gary McSheffrey is set to rejoin the club on 1 July.

McSheffrey's contract with Birmingham City is due to expire and he has agreed a one-year deal at the Ricoh Arena with the option of a further year.

The Coventry-born forward scored 53 times for the Sky Blues after making his debut at 16 against Aston Villa.

McSheffrey, 27, moved across to St Andrew's in 2006 helping Blues reach the Premier League in his first season.

But a persistent knee injury meant McSheffrey struggled to feature for the Blues first team of late and he was recently sent out on loan to Leeds United.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/footbal ... 751526.stm

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Roy O'Donovan agrees Coventry City return

Coventry City have agreed to re-sign Sunderland striker Roy O'Donovan on a three-year contract.

The 24-year-old, a former Sky Blues trainee, will officially join the club on 1 July following the expiry of his deal on Wearside.

O'Donovan joined the Black Cats from Cork City in 2006 but has since made just 19 appearances for the club.

Coventry boss Aidy Boothroyd told the club website: "There is no doubting he can make his mark on the Championship."

O'Donovan is Boothroyd's third signing, following the arrivals of Gary McSheffrey and Stephen O'Halloran.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/footbal ... 763705.stm


Coventry City manager Boothroyd key to Keogh deal

Coventry City defender Richard Keogh says new manager Aidy Boothroyd was a major factor in his decision to join the Championship club.

The 23-year-old officially joins the Sky Blues on 1 July having spent the last couple of seasons at Carlisle.

Keogh told BBC Coventry & Warwickshire: "He's very infectious.

"I feel at this stage of my career he's the manager who can help me move forward as a player and that's why I've signed," he added.

Coventry will begin their 10th season outside of the Premier League when they kick-off the new campaign against Portsmouth at the Ricoh Arena in August.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/footbal ... 776009.stm

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Leyton Orient to sign Tottenham goalkeeper Lee Butcher

Leyton Orient have agreed to sign goalkeeper Lee Butcher on a one-year contract following his release by Tottenham Hotspur.

The 21-year-old, who spent three years at White Hart Lane, enjoyed a month on loan at Brisbane Road this season.

He is Orient's third signing this month and will now battle with Jamie Jones for the number one jersey.

Butcher told the club website: "It's a great chance for me and a good step to move on and make my career."

He added: "I'm going to try to push Jamie, try to get into the first team and make a name for myself."

Butcher played eight Blue Square Premier games whilst on loan at Grays Athletic during the 2008/09 season.

Orient boss Russell Slade has already agreed deals to bring Wycombe striker Alex Revell and Cray Wanderers youngster George Porter to the club.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/footbal ... 704726.stm

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Wigan's Tomasz Cywka agrees permanent Derby County deal

Derby County have agreed to sign Wigan striker Tomasz Cywka on a permanent deal following a successful loan spell.

The Polish forward, 21, has agreed a two-year contract and will join on a free transfer when his current deal with the Latics expires in June.

Manager Nigel Clough told the club's website: "His performances towards the end of the season were impressive and we were delighted with what we saw.

"Tomasz isn't the finished article but he has plenty of talent and potential."

Cywka failed to score in five Championship appearances for the Rams but Clough continued: "We're confident he can develop with us and become a very good player for years to come in a Derby County shirt.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/footbal ... 703265.stm

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Tigers swoop for midfield duo
Solano and Harper move to Championship club
Hull City have signed midfield pair James Harper and Nolberto Solano after training with the club.
Harper, 29, was released by Sheffield United at the end of the season and has penned a two-year deal, while veteran Solano has agreed a one-year contract.

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Sousa makes first swoop
Benfica youngster agrees loan move to Leicester
Paulo Sousa has made his first signing as Leicester boss after concluding a loan deal for Miguel Vitor.
Sousa has wasted little time in sealing a deal for the Portugal Under-21 international who has agreed a season-long move to the Walkers Stadium.
Central defender Vitor, 21, has played over 20 times for Benfica's first-team and is highly regarded at the Stadium of Light.

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Leeds Manager Simon Grayson has signed a 3 year deal to stay with Leeds. IMO one of the best up and coming managers in England. Has won two promotions from League 1 to Championship (firstly with Blackpool.. look where they are now... and Leeds). Great news!

http://www.leedsunited.com/news/2010071 ... 85_2090848

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Mildenhall happy to join Lions

Goalkeeper thrilled to arrive at the Den
New Millwall signing Steve Mildenhall says joining the club was an 'easy decision' after penning a 12-month deal at the Den.
The 32-year-old joined Lions from Southend on Tuesday after his contract with the Shrimpers was cancelled by mutual consent.

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Price set for Palace deal

Burley also keen to boost attacking options
Crystal Palace have lined up a deal to sign former Derby County goalkeeper Lewis Price on a free transfer.

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Leeds Manager Simon Grayson has signed a 3 year deal to stay with Leeds. IMO one of the best up and coming managers in England. Has won two promotions from League 1 to Championship (firstly with Blackpool.. look where they are now... and Leeds). Great news!

http://www.leedsunited.com/news/2010071 ... 85_2090848

Leeds have signed Stephen Caulker on loan from Spurs. He's only a young bloke, but he's got loads of potential.

Sounds like he's been signed as a CB/DM while Kisnorbo is injured.

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Leeds Manager Simon Grayson has signed a 3 year deal to stay with Leeds. IMO one of the best up and coming managers in England. Has won two promotions from League 1 to Championship (firstly with Blackpool.. look where they are now... and Leeds). Great news!

http://www.leedsunited.com/news/2010071 ... 85_2090848

Leeds have signed Stephen Caulker on loan from Spurs. He's only a young bloke, but he's got loads of potential.

Sounds like he's been signed as a CB/DM while Kisnorbo is injured.

Cheers for that DA.

I've heard Kisnorbo may be out until January, which means we could be in for a tough season.

It will be good to get someone fresh in and give him experience in championship football to hopefully help him make the Spurs first team in years to come.

We're definitely VERY light on in terms of midfielders, so hopefully our Chairman will let us spend some money!

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CITY STRIKER JOINS SWINDON ON LOAN

Manchester City striker David Ball has joined Swindon on loan until January.
City made an official announcement on Monday following reports last week that Ball's move to the Robins had already been finalised.
The 20-year-old will be looking to gain more senior experience with Town, having not yet made his debut for City's first team.

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Nosworthy agrees Blades deal

Defender returns to Bramall Lane on loan deal
Sheffield United have agreed a deal to sign Sunderland defender Nyron Nosworthy on a season-long loan deal, skysports.com understands.

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JUTKIEWICZ SWAPS GOODISON FOR RICOH

Coventry have confirmed the signing of Everton striker Lukas Jutkiewicz for an undisclosed fee.
The 21-year-old, who scored 11 goals during a loan spell with Motherwell last season, has agreed a three-year deal at the Ricoh Arena and is manager Aidy Boothroyd's sixth summer signing.
Boss Aidy Boothroyd said: "We are delighted to have Lukas on board and this adds more strength to the squad.
"We wanted to enhance our attacking options and this will certainly do that. He is at the right age too, to grow and develop with Coventry City."

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ALEX BRUCE JOINS LEEDS

Leeds have signed defender Alex Bruce from Championship rivals Ipswich for an undisclosed fee.
The 25-year-old becomes the seventh new arrival at Elland Road and has signed a two-year deal with the option of a further year.
Former Manchester United trainee Bruce has made over 200 senior appearances in a career that has included spells at Blackburn, Birmingham, Oldham, Sheffield Wednesday, Tranmere, Leicester and Ipswich.

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BRADLEY ORR JOINS RANGERS

QPR have completed the signing of Bristol City defender Bradley Orr for an undisclosed fee.
The 27-year-old, who had a year remaining on his contract at City, left Ashton Gate at a time when he was the club's longest-serving player.
Orr joined City in the summer of 2004 and made almost 250 appearances for the club.

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JAMES EYES PREMIER LEAGUE RETURN

David James is targeting a return to the Premier League with Bristol City after feeling that remaining in top-flight football was impossible at this stage of his career.
The England goalkeeper, who celebrates his 40th birthday on Sunday, turned down offers from Premier League clubs and Scottish giants Celtic in favour of signing a one-year deal at Ashton Gate.
It is a marriage of convenience for James, who lives in the south west in Exeter, as he realigns his priorities following a turbulent time at former club Portsmouth.

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ROBINS SNAP UP HUNT AND STEWART

Bristol City have bolstered their defensive options with the signings of Nicky Hunt and Damion Stewart.
Right-back Hunt, 26, has signed a two-year deal and arrives on a free transfer after ending his 10-year association with Bolton.
Hunt made 161 appearances for the Trotters, his last outing coming in March 2008 against Arsenal at the Reebok Stadium.
Manager Owen Coyle told the club's official website: "Nicky is a terrific lad but obviously his opportunities have been limited here. We wish him well at Bristol City."
City paid Championship rivals QPR an undisclosed fee for Jamaica international Stewart, 29, and the centre-back has signed a three-year contract.
Stewart joined Rangers from Bradford in 2006 and made more than 150 appearances for the London club.
The pair take the number of new signings at Ashton Gate to four following the arrival of Kalifa Cisse and Albert Adomah from Reading and Barnet respectively.

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POOLS COMPLETE HORWOOD SIGNING

Hartlepool have completed the signing of former Carlisle defender Evan Horwood following a successful trial spell at Victoria Park.
The 24-year-old left-back, who was born in Hartlepool, has been on trial at Victoria Park following his release from the Cumbrians at the end of last season.
He has taken a full part in Pools' pre-season campaign and has impressed boss Chris Turner enough to earn a full-time deal.