But Hoddle is convinced that the team he played for and managed can come through and secure Champions
League football for next season.
"It would be fantastic for him." Enfield-born hitman Morison, 26, only has a year of
league football under his belt, having failed to make the grade at Northampton Town.
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GARETH BARRY believes Champions
League football would give him the best possible preparation leading into the 2010 World Cup finals.
He believes with or without him, Villa are on the verge of becoming a major European force again and is even predicting them to break into the elusive top four and play Champions
League football sooner rather than later.
NEWCASTLE chairman Chris Mort has admitted the club is unlikely to be able to persuade a manager already enjoying Champions
League football to St James' Park.
And he claims that
League football is of far greater value than playing in the Pontins' League on a weekly basis.
CRAIG BELLAMY last night warned Newcastle must qualify for Champions
League football every season - or risk Sir Bobby Robson's dreams crumbling.
If, that is, you are one of those who is prepared to pay ONdigital for Champions
League football but find, incredibly, you cannot sign up because there is no signal in your area.
Now the Everton forward is reported to have spoken of his desire for Champions
League football but, at the same time, insisting he remains happy at Goodison Park.
But the prospect of Premier
League football with Cardiff is proving a big attraction for a player who would be a major asset for the Bluebirds in their first season of Premier
League football.
He takes charge immediately as Quins look to consolidate their position in Welsh
League football.