I take it Shearer won't be hanging around.

Bolton sign Knight and Ricketts I have to admit I think that Megson has made some good signings considering the money he has available. Sean Davis and Paul Robinson already signed.

Bolton sign Knight and Ricketts I have to admit I think that Megson has made some good signings considering the money he has available. Sean Davis and Paul Robinson already signed.

They're not "pointless", but the main point of them is rarely as straightforward as a victory at any cost. And even less so at this stage of a pre-season.

City have lost 1-0 to Kaizer Chiefs this afternoon – but there were some very strong plus points. Not least, in promising performances from Adebayor and Barry, plus Bellamy got 90 minutes under his belt. And Weiss, on as a sub, also made an impression. I still wonder if he's a little lightweight physically at this stage, but he has a lot of skill and pace.

It was a typical pre season friendly featuring players at varying degrees of half fitness.

Essentially it was City's team from last year, but without last year's best player, plus Adebayor & Barry.

Adebayor & Barry were easily our best players. They really fit perfectly into our line up. Adebayor showed how much we missed a target man who could hold the ball and link up play. I dont think we've had one of those since Joe Royle played for us. Barry strolled about but never put a foot wrong. Cant wait to see him playing behind a fully fit Robinho.

I'd say that Adebayor & Barry looked well capable of adding 10-12 points to our tally. And we've still got Tevez, Santa Cruz and a couple of defenders to come.

Will he return to a heroes welcome like the Heysel 'defendants' did?

Completely concur.

Aye why not roll out the red carpet.

The sad thing is that you probably will.

Were you not moaning about references to Munich? does your glass house have bullet proof windows?

Knight is a very good signing for Bolton, think they could be eyeing a surprise top 8 finish similar to Fulham last year.