Westwood finally laying down law

SEVEN years ago, after his release by Manchester City, such was his disenchantment with football that Keiren Westwood was on the verge of joining the police force.

Westwood finally laying down law

The application forms were filled in and ready, but remained unsent as the Mancunian eventually embarked on a journey through the lower leagues that will, on Saturday, see the amiable Republic of Ireland goalkeeper complete a remarkable turnaround in fortunes by making his full Premier League debut at Old Trafford.

Crime fighting’s loss has clearly been Sunderland’s gain.

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