Olsson set for new deal

Tuesday 12 February 2008 19:20, UK

Blackburn Rovers are reportedly ready to offer young full-back Martin Olsson a professional contract.

Blackburn youngster ready to pen contract offer

Blackburn Rovers are reportedly ready to offer young full-back Martin Olsson a professional contract. The 19-year-old joined the Rovers academy at the start of 2006 from Swedish outfit Hogaborgs BK, and now provides cover for current left-back Stephen Warnock. Olsson made his Premier League debut against Derby this season, and hopes to re-pay the faith shown in him by the Lancashire club. "The club have believed in me all the time and I want to stay here." Olsson told the Swedish press.

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