Duff relieved to sign new contract with Blackburn

The future looks bright at Blackburn: Damien Duff has signed a new contract, David Thompson has joined the club and, perhaps most surprisingly of all, Corrado Grabbi has emerged as an important part of manager Graeme Souness’ plans.

Duff’s new four-year deal will stave off interest from would-be suitors such as Liverpool, while Thompson’s acquisition strengthens a side who could challenge for Europe if they escape serious injury and suspension problems.

Irish winger Duff always insisted he wanted to stay at Blackburn, and for once a player appears to have put loyalty at the top of his list of priorities.