Town are reported to have completed the signing of Derby County keeper Stephen Bywater on loan until the end of the season. Bywater comes in as a replacement for Neil Alexander, who joined Rangers yesterday.
Town have again been linked with Stockport County keeper Owain Fôn Williams, who is also said to be interesting Leeds, Sunderland, Burnley and Sheffield United. Leeds are said to be winning the race for the 22-year-old’s signature.
Colchester United boss Aidy Boothroyd has confirmed that Kevin Lisbie will be staying on loan with his club until the end of the season, unless the Blues find a buyer for the 31-year-old. Town boss Roy Keane had previously indicated that he would be recalling Lisbie once the transfer window opened.
A Jon Walters goal after 13 minutes was enough to give the Blues a 1-0 win at Derby s Pride Park and completed Town s first double of the season. Late on, the home side were reduced to 10 men when Jordan Stewart was red-carded for a high challenge on David Norris.