Hughes lands striker Kuqi

Mark Hughes’ international reputation was enough to convince Shefki Kuqi he had to sign for Blackburn.

Wed, 29 Jun, 2005 - 01:00

The Finland striker completed a free transfer to Ewood Park from Ipswich yesterday, signing a three-year contract after meeting Hughes.

The Kosovo-born 28-year-old is thrilled to get a chance to play in the Premiership, but it was the presence of the former Manchester United and Barcelona striker which really swung the deal.

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Courts Soccer Place: Finland Place: Ewood Park Place: Ipswich Place: Kosovo Person: Hughes Person: Kuqi Person: Mark Hughes’Person: Shefki Kuqi Person: Mark Hughes Event: Premiership Organisation: Blackburn Organisation: Manchester United Organisation: Barcelona

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