Merse Brings In More Trialists

By TheSaddlersFC
July 18 2004

Three more foreign trialists have linked up with Paul Merson’s Saddlers squad following the arrival of Danish defender Kofi Dakinah yesterday. All three players have been playing in Holland and go into the squad for Walsall’s friendly with Chester on Saturday.

Ousmane Sanou is a 26 year old striker and has played with Willem II and Sparta Rotterdam. He has just left FC Eindhoven, as has fellow striker Ties Konings, 25. Both are out of contract and available for free. Taouifik Ameziane meanwhile has previously played with AZ Alkmaar and Willem II.

Meanwhile, Saddlers striker Andy Bishop has left Bescot. Despite Merse’s intention to give youth a chance, the 20 year old has joined York City. "I'm delighted he chose us over Walsall," said player manager Chris Brass. "It just goes to show what we've got going on down here. It's definitely given everyone a lift and he will be a useful addition. He's obviously sat down with Walsall and worked out that a move to York would improve him as a player and help him climb the ladder in the long term. He's certainly got the potential to play at a higher level."