News Roundup

Last updated : 13 February 2002 By
* TribalFootball.com are reporting that AC Milan are willing to accept offers for their Romanian full-back Cosmin Contra. Leeds have been following Contra since his impressive performances for Alaves in last seasons UEFA Cup. Contra is said to be unhappy with life in Italy.

* Tribal Football are also reporting that Jonathan Woodgate's new contract is said to include a 'sack clause' if the young defender ever steps out of line again. The Middlesbrough born centre-half has also been ordered to move closer to the Thorpe Arch training ground. He will sign the new £20,000 deal shortly.

* Leeds United reserves crashed to their Bradford City counterparts last night, losing 1-0. Reserve team boss Roy Aitken commented, "I thought it was a very ordinary performance from us the spark was missing from our play." Alan Smith starred.

* Meanwhile Leeds target Brett Emerton will not be joining any Premiership club until the end of the season. Speaking to TEAMtalk his agent explained, "Feyenoord have said that they will not be selling Brett before the end of the season. Any transfer will be referred to their chairman, and he will negotiate any move with the Premiership clubs."

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