Dabizas for Bridges: Player Swap Deal Rejected

By Matthew Jones
May 26 2003

Leeds United have rejected a straight player swap deal which would see them get defender Nikos Dabizas in exchange for striker Michael Bridges.

Leeds United have rejected a player swap deal involving Newcastle United defender Nikos Dabizas in exchange for striker Michael Bridges.

We reported yesterday that Sir Bobby wants to sign the 24 year-old Geordie, but would not be risking a bid until he can prove his FULL fitness. Both Robson and chairman Freddy Shepherd have been following the progress of Bridges for the past 18 months and were yesterday ready to table £1 million for the ex-Sunderland striker.

Sir Bobby is keen to bring Geordie Bridges back to Tyneside, but his offer of Dabizas in a straight swap was turned down by Leeds manager Peter Reid.

Newcastle will not be giving up and should be making another offer for the striker in the near future.