Tiny In Line For Blues Debut

Last updated : 10 February 2004 By Brian Cartlidge

The £1.25 million deadline day signing from Blackburn Rovers failed to make Steve Bruce's 16-man squad for Sunday's 0-0 draw against Manchester City because he had only trained with the squad for three days prior to the game.

However, with Jamie Clapham still struggling since returning from a hamstring injury, 'Tiny' could be set for his Blues debut against David Moyes side.

Bruce told the Birmingham Evening Mail today that he is aware of the ariel threat that Everton possess so the inclusion of the versatile 6'4" defender in the starting eleven is a real possibility.

Stern John is a doubt for the game having sustained a rib injury during the first half of the clash at Eastlands on Sunday.