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Report: Blackburn Rovers hold reconciliation talks with Christopher Samba
Steve Kean could welcome the 27 year-old defender back into his side after he was left out of the squad that suffered a 7-1 loss against Arsenal.
Feb 9, 2012 7:10:00 AM
By James McManus
Blackburn Rovers are looking to reconcile with want-away defender Christopher Samba, according to reports.
The Times claims the club is holding talks with the 27-year-old, who has been training with the reserves after he handed in a transfer request last month.
Any movement on such a compromise could hinge on whether Blackburn is willing to offer Samba improved terms on his current contract.
Samba, who had been linked with moves to Tottenham and QPR last month, is believed to be one of the highest earners at Ewood Park after signing a new 60,000 pound deal in Jan. 2011, which expires in 2015.
The defender has been a vocal critic over what he perceives as Venky's lack of ambition since taking control control of Blackburn, while Rovers manager Steve Kean recently hinted the club was exploring its legal options with regards to Samba's actions.
It is understood that Venky's are thought to be willing to draw a line under the whole affair, particularly in the wake of the club's recent 7-1 defeat at Arsenal.
The Times claims the club is holding talks with the 27-year-old, who has been training with the reserves after he handed in a transfer request last month.
Any movement on such a compromise could hinge on whether Blackburn is willing to offer Samba improved terms on his current contract.
Samba, who had been linked with moves to Tottenham and QPR last month, is believed to be one of the highest earners at Ewood Park after signing a new 60,000 pound deal in Jan. 2011, which expires in 2015.
The defender has been a vocal critic over what he perceives as Venky's lack of ambition since taking control control of Blackburn, while Rovers manager Steve Kean recently hinted the club was exploring its legal options with regards to Samba's actions.
It is understood that Venky's are thought to be willing to draw a line under the whole affair, particularly in the wake of the club's recent 7-1 defeat at Arsenal.
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