What Do Southend, Barnet And Luton Have In Common?

21st January 2010

What do Southend United, Barnet and Luton Town have in common?

Give up; well, all three clubs are chasing Lincoln City centre-back Janos Kovacs according to today's Lincolnshire Echo.

Yesterday, in a surprise move, Kovacs was placed on the transfer list by Imps' manager Chris Sutton. It is a major shock as Kovacs is a fans' favourite at Sincil Bank and his listing has provoked dismay amongst a section of City fans who feel that the club should keep the player. On the flip side, the Echo has also received comments that this is the correct decision by Sutton.

Kovacs is out of contract in the summer, and his listing would indicate that City are trying to sell him before his contract expires. However, there has been no indication that Kovacs would not sign a new contract if one was offered.

Brought to Lincoln by former manager Peter Jackson in summer 2008, Kovacs impressed many with totally committed performances. At the time of his signing, I recall commenting that I thought the signing of Kovacs for £17,500 from Chesterfield was quite a coup for City. Unfortunately, a change of manager has brought Kovacs' first team career to a standstill and he has not made an appearances since late November.

Whichever club he opts to sign for, they will receive an old fashioned centre-half: strong in the tackle and a good header of the ball. I wish him well in the future if or when he does leave Lincoln City FC.

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