LOOVENS PONDERS HIS NEXT MOVE KNOWING IT'S DECISION TIME

Glenn Loovens via a *source has told this morning's Western Mail about his feelings given the first Old Firm battle of the season with both Rangers and Celtic bidding and fighting for his signature.



Loovens has loyalty to City but wishes to play higher status football, ideally in the Premiership and, best of all, with City. However by refusing to commit to a new deal, he is pushing a situation where he may well be set to leave the club.



The only offers so far are from Rangers and Celtic and although both are yet to bid a figure that Peter Ridsdale and Dave Jones will accept, it is widely believed they will be back. Loovens though is (rightly) concerned that playing in Scottish football is hardly a step up from a leading Championship side. So while Rangers have shown most interest, Loovens appears to be leaning towards Celtic of the two clubs simply becuase they are in the Champions League group stages while Rangers are already out of Europe this season.



You have to suspect a deal will take place sooner rather than later and, for all parties concerned, you have to hope something is sorted fast as this has now dragged on for far too long and does appear to be affecting Glenn's football.

Today Western Mail Story

Loovens dilemma on future

*Source means a pal of Glenn's or Loovens saying it himself but not wanting to be quoted! ;>)