Report - LPFC to swoop for international threesome?

Reported by Rob Bairner

Scottish midfielder Daniel Fletcher, Ivorian defender Daniel John-Costa and young Icelandic prospect Jackson Versitano have all been linked with Pilli U21’s – not to mention a whole cluster of other Shire clubs. Inevitably, reports that a deal has been struck with Pilli for the much-rated threesome, have surfaced and it is rumored all that is missing are the player's signatures.

According to News of the World, the players could make the switch to the Berrie Dome in the coming days, with LPFC officials remaining silent when questioned about any additional transfers in the works.

“We can do it, but only if it makes sense to us, and to the three players,” Coach Dan Anderrson is quoted as having said to the publication.

Former LPFC star and now turned Magpies player Raimundo Sutton added positive comments when questioned over his potential successors, explaining, “If Lilli Pilli are smart, they would invest in such young and rare talent.”

Another possible reason for the move is the fact that, sadly, Chilean ace Damien Fonseca has previously found gaining match fitness to be a headache – constantly battling injury. Hence a short term solution in the form of Fletcher had cropped up – as the player is known for his box-to-box move ability, making a move for the Scottish talent tempting.

Having seen a move for Brazilian forward Vagner Love fall through, Lilli Pilli would certainly seem to have the funds available for the proposed transfers. They face competition primarily from England based clubs Accrington Stanley, Morecambe United, Fulham and Ipswich – who are all keen to sign wing-back John-Costa after his impressive campaign at the African Cup of nations for Ivory Coast. It would seem a deal is in place, and only the players signatures are required to make the move official. Which will be reported first and...only...on here – 'The Pilli Blog' - your premium LPFC blog.