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Saints set to sell Jones

27 Aug 2007 - 07:12:52

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Southampton boss George Burley has admitted he expects to lose unsettled striker Kenwyne Jones before the transfer window closes.

The 22-year-old Trinidad & Tobago international made himself unavailable for selection for Saturday's 3-2 win over Stoke City amid continued speculation linking him with a £5million move to Premier League side Derby County.

Jones joined Saints for a nominal fee in 2004 but only really made a first-team impact last season.

He netted 16 times in 41 appearances during the 2006/07 campaign.

"It's a shame but when you have someone who is excellent in this division, Premier League clubs will be interested," said Burley.

"You don't want to have to sell your best players, but sometimes other issues take these things out of your hands."