Bellamy chooses Blackburn Rovers

Newcastle striker Craig Bellamy today sprang a major surprise when he opted for a move to Blackburn.

The 25-year-old Welshman, who has been vigorously pursued by Champions League qualifiers Everton, Scottish Cup winners Celtic and Aston Villa, is understood to have decided to renew his relationship with former Wales boss Mark Hughes at Ewood Park, subject to a medical.