Academy star ready to leave

Last updated : 29 May 2003 By Chris Maxwell
The 19-year-old, who has been likened to Reds captain Sami Hyypia by many at the club, has made a number of reserve appearances but has not impressed Reds boss Gerard Houllier enough to force his way into the first-team reckoning.

Swindon manager Andy King believes that the young player will prove to be a valuable acquisition for his club.

He said: "He is a useful player in a number of positions. He's exactly the type of player we are after. I just hope we can sign him next week because I've already lost out on one or two players this summer."