Blades swoop for keeper Bennett

Premiership new boys Sheffield United have completed the signing of Leeds goalkeeper Ian Bennett.

The 34-year-old former Birmingham stopper, who has joined for an undisclosed fee, will be understudy to Paddy Kenny next season.

Bennett joined Leeds from Birmingham on a free transfer last year but only made four appearances.

His signing is the second by the Blades from Leeds this summer, following the capture of Rob Hulse earlier this week.

United manager Neil Warnock could also sign former Nottingham Forest and Norwich keeper Darren Ward after his trial with the club.

Source: BBC Sport

Chamberlain extends Watford deal

Watford player/coach Alec Chamberlain has signed a new one-year contract at the Vicarage Road club.

The 42-year-old will provide cover for the Hornets' young keepers and will begin his 11th season at the club.

Boss Aidy Boothroyd told the club website: "He is in fantastic condition and he remains a terrific number two.

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Kuszczak may get Old Trafford move

Man Utd eye WBA's keeper Kuszczak

Man Utd have express an interest in West Brom keeper Tomasz Kuszczak, says Bryan Robson.

Vaesen leaves Blues for Belgium

Goalkeeper Nico Vaesen has opted to move back to his homeland with Belgium club Lierse after being released from his contract at Birmingham City.

The 36-year-old joined the Blues from Huddersfield in the summer of 2001.

The veteran keeper said: "I want to still show something to Belgium. My work there is not finished which motivates me enormously.

"There were more clubs that showed interest in me, but Lierse were most concrete in their offer."

Source: BBC Sport