PNE boss delighted with Tonge deal

19 November 2009 12:06
The 26-year-old Stoke midfielder has not featured in the Premier League this season and has made just three appearances in the Carling Cup.[LNB]Tonge has joined North End on loan until December 28 and could make his debut in Monday night's televised clash with Newcastle at Deepdale.[LNB]Irvine said: "Michael is a creative player. He is good on the ball and he is a player who wants to take the ball.[LNB]"He is a nice passer and he has got a very good work-rate. I think he will bring all those qualities to our team.[LNB]"Michael is obviously not getting the first-team action he wants at the moment at Stoke, so he is very pleased to be coming out and to be given the opportunity to play games."[LNB][LNB]

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