Bristol City's wantaway centre-back Richard Keogh signed a two-year deal with League One leaders Carlisle United yesterday to end a protracted transfer saga. The 22-year-old former Stoke City trainee joined the Robins in 2005 and went on to captain the Republic of Ireland Under-21s in October 2006. But the 6ft defender failed to settle with City, despite being named the club's young player of the year in 2006-07, and refused to extend his contract at Ashton Gate. Loan spells at Huddersfield Town, Carlisle and Cheltenham Town followed last season, with Keogh last featuring for City in the League at Carlisle in April 2007. This summer he went on trial at Championship rivals Doncaster Rovers, before heading further north to sign for the Cumbrians. The defender impressed during his seven-match loan stint last Christmas and made the permanent switch to Brunton Park yesterday for an undisclosed fee, believed to be lower than City's original asking price. Keogh, who played 34 games for City and scored five goals, was out of contract but the club were entitled to a fee as he is under 24. Carlisle manager John Ward said: "I'm absolutely delighted to have added Richard to the squad."
Bristol Evening Post

Carlisle United manager John Ward is "delighted" to have secured the signing of defender Richard Keogh. The former Republic of Ireland Under-21 captain, 22, has moved to Brunton Park on a two-year deal from Bristol City for an undisclosed fee. "I think Richard will prove to be an excellent signing for the club," Ward said.
BBC Sport Online

Brentford FC's new loan star James Wilson wants to stay at Griffin Park for the whole season - if Gary Johnson allows him to. The Bristol City youngster has earned rave reviews after just two appearances at centre-back for the Bees. The Welsh U19 international has yet to force his way into the first team at Ashton Gate, which could play in Brentford's favour if they wish to extend his month-long stay at Griffin Park. Wilson said: "I'm not sure if there is an option to extend the loan beyond a month, but if I'm playing regularly I'd be well up for staying longer."
Hounslow Chronicle