Gray Signing Fading Fast

Last updated : 26 May 2005 By Kevin Markey
The former England international looked set for a permanent switch to Elland Road after a loan spell but sources at Leeds now claim that now looks 'highly unlikely'.

Gray played a total of 10 games for the Whites during the second half of last season and appeared to impressed everyone.

But any hopes of a permanent signing now look to be fading because Kevin Blackwell cannot afford his wages, even if he was to take a pay-cut.

Gray now faces the prospect of reporting back for pre-season training at Blackburn, where his hopes of regaining a regular first-team place look unlikely.

The former Sunderland captain only started five games under Rovers boss Mark Hughes before he was sent out on loan.