Carter back at Blues

Last updated : 16 April 2002 By Brian Cartlidge
The midfielder was to play for the Under 19's in their match against Lithuania on Sunday 21st April even though Blues had requested he be omitted from the squad because it clashes with the club's important last game of the season against Sheffield Utd.

Blues general manager John Benson told the club's official website: "Darren has returned early with a groin strain.

"It is too early to say exactly how long it will take to heal.

"We are not sure yet if he will be available for Sunday's game against Sheffield, and even if he does recover in time, whether he would be eligible to play, because the England game is on the same day."