Meanwhile Portuguese midfielder Bruno is to spend the next two weeks working with reserves coach Tommy Craig.

But the #2 million-rated 26-year-old, who plays for First Division side Maritimo, is unlikely to get clearance in time to play in tomorrow's pre-season friendly at Ashington.

-- Anonymous, July 18, 2000

Answers

???? Has he signed then .

-- Anonymous, July 18, 2000

No, he's just having a two week trial so we can decide if we want to make an offer.

-- Anonymous, July 18, 2000

He'll be on holiday, staying in a caravan at North Seaton, hence his desire to play at Ashington........allegedly.

-- Anonymous, July 18, 2000