Rovers chooses Jensen as number two

Former Arsenal and Denmark midfielder John Jensen has been appointed assistant manager of Blackburn.

Jensen has agreed to work alongside boss Steve Kean, initially until the end of the season.

Kean said: “John has a wealth of experience, both here and abroad, and he is very much focused on the development of players.

“His views and philosophies on football dovetail with mine and he has also shown himself to be a very loyal assistant – a massively important factor for me. I am delighted to welcome him aboard.”