Citizens have a Ball
25 Jan 2007 - 07:58:32
Manchester City have handed a week-long trial to former England left-back Michael Ball, who is currently on the books of PSV Eindhoven.
The 27-year-old has seen his career stall in recent times due to injury, with his single international appearance coming way back in February 2001 against Spain.
Ball started his career with Everton, before moving north of the border to join Rangers in the summer of 2001.
Four years later he linked up with PSV, but he has failed to make much of an impact with the Dutch champions.
Ball told City's official club website: "This is a great opportunity for me to show at first hand what I can do."
Meanwhile, the Citizens have also been linked with a move for Tottenham Hotspur striker Mido.
The 23-year-old Egypt international has struggled for a starting spot with Spurs this season, scoring just three times for the north London club this term.