Source: Daily_Mail
Jimmy Bullard is closing in on a return, says to Hull City manager Phil Brown
Hull boss Phil Brown has revealed record signing Jimmy Bullard is now so close to fitness it is 'almost mouth-watering'. [LNB] The £5 million midfielder has not played since suffering a serious knee injury on his debut for club against West Ham in January. [LNB] Round of applause: Bullard will bolster Hull's midfield[LNB] The 30-year-old required major surgery but set his sights on October for a potential return and is making good progress. [LNB]Brown told the club's website, www.hullcityafc.net: 'He is so closeit is almost mouth-watering, the prospect of being able to pick him. [LNB]'But we have got to make sure the next week or two are spot onbecause, hopefully, when Jimmy is ready the cruciate will be behindhim.' [LNB] Premier League hands Conference £1m to help ease collapse of Setanta dealPut your shirt on it! Club-by-club guide to sponsorship deals defying recessionHull City striker flop Folan seals loan switch to MiddlesbroughHULL CITY NEWS AND VIEWS FROM AROUND THE NET[LNB][LNB] Explore more:People:Phil Brown, Jimmy Bullard
