In demand Striker to sign - transfer latest


By Andy Baggott
March 15 2006

Leeds were putting the finishing touches on the transfer of striker Jermaine Beckford this afternoon report the Yorkshire Evening Post The Wealdstone striker has the hottest scoring record in non league football, with a staggering 35 goals in 40 appearances. A string of top clubs have been chasing the 22 year old, including Chelsea, Crystal Palace and Watford. The forward has been on a series of trials over the last few weeks, but it appears that Blackwell has stolen a march on his rivals and got the players signature. A medical is currently taking place, according to the YEP, and there could be an announcement later today.

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