Jewell fields Howard offers
12 Dec 2007 - 13:03:47
Derby County boss Paul Jewell has confirmed that a couple of clubs have enquired about the availability of Rams striker Steve Howard.
The 31-year-old, who netted his first goal of the season last weekend at Manchester United, is reported to be a target for Championship clubs Leicester City and Wolves.
Jewell told the Evening Telegraph: "We've had calls from clubs who want to know what we are going to be doing with Steve in January.
"Steve scored his first goal of the season at Old Trafford on Saturday and, hopefully, he can now go on a roll and play a part in keeping us up.
"I've only been here two weeks and I see everybody playing a part. I have told the players to show me in training and in the matches that they should be in the team."
Meanwhile, Jewell says he is hoping to bring in a couple of loan players in the New Year.
He added: "It would be an ideal scenario to get one or two loans in and I have spoken to a few clubs and a few players.
"I am busy trying to improve the squad and I think loans can be helpful. A player can have a look at us and we can take a look at them.
"If I can improve the squad and it is the right thing for the club, I will try to do it."