Khizanishvili moves to Newcastle

Published : 17 Sep 2009 12:52:18Rss feed

Newcastle United have signed defender Zurab Khizanishvili from Blackburn Rovers on a three-month loan deal.The Georgian, 27, had been a first-choice under former bosses Mark Hughes and Paul Ince but has struggled under current manager Sam Allardyce. Magpies caretaker boss Chris Hughton told the club website: "Zurab is an experienced defender and we are pleased to have him on board. "He knows English football very well and will be a welcome addition." The Georgia international, who ha.... read more