Town have announced that French-Guinean midfielder Cheick Kourouma has left the club by mutual consent. Kourouma, 20, signed a one-year deal in the summer after a protracted
Luton midfielder Jake Howells has signed a new three-year deal with the Hatters. The out-of-contract 21-year-old was understood to have been offered terms by the Blues but instead has opted to remain with with the Blue Square Bet Premier side.
Chief executive Simon Clegg insists that the Blues Academy is amongst manager Paul Jewell’s priorities. The Town boss has been criticised for allowing a number of youngsters to leave the club over the last year and for not giving younger players such as Luke Hyam regular first team opportunities.
Town target Pascal Chimbonda is set for talks with QPR. The 31-year-old, who played for Paul Jewell at Wigan, settled his contract with Blackburn Rovers yesterday.
The ITFC Charitable Trust is offering children aged five to 16 years the chance to take part in one of their Matchday Soccer Experiences at Town’s home game against West Ham on Tuesday 31st January. Those involved will form the guard of honour as the players enter the field as well as taking part in other activities.