BLUEBIRDS ‘OPEN TALKS’ WITH ALLSOP
CARDIFF City have reportedly opened talks with Ryan Allsop. Negotiations have already begun with the 29-year-old former Derby County goalkeeper, with Cardiff “well-placed” to get a deal done, according to Football Insider.
Should the reports prove to be accurate, it may well prompt questions over the future of Dillon Phillips, who is already set to face increased competition from the arrival of former Newcastle United keeper Jak Alnwick.
It seems unlikely that Cardiff would keep all three on their books for the coming season, but Allsop is a name who has been on the radar for some time and he may well still have admirers in the capital.
Meanwhile, Cardiff boss Steve Morison says he’s already been struck by the enthusiasm of new boy Jamilu Collins.
The Nigerian completed a move to the Bluebirds on Friday, becoming the club’s fourth signing of the summer, and Morison says the 27-yearold is already eager to get started.
“He’s jumped through hoops to come here,” Morison told the club’s official website.
“The feedback I’ve had from everyone is that he’s buzzing to come here.
“I’ve been doing everything I can to get him over here. He’s had a couple of days in Cardiff and really enjoyed himself.
“He’s ready to go.”
Cardiff youngster Keenan Patten has confirmed that he is leaving the club this summer.
The midfielder spent most of last season on loan at non-league Hereford, but has now brought an end to a 14-year stay in the capital.
Confirming his departure on social media, he wrote: “Would like to thank everybody at @cardiffcityfc. The staff, fans, team-mates and especially my family for the support and development over the last 14 years.
“Looking forward to a tough off season and excited to see what the next chapter holds for me.”
Patten was the second player to confirm his exit over the weekend, with centre-back Aden Flint posting a similar message on Friday night.
Cardiff are yet to release their retained list ahead of the summer, although Alex Smithies and Marlon Pack have also confirmed they will be leaving after the end of their respective contracts.