Some confusion with Marlon

Last updated : 19 July 2002 By Tony Scholes

"Marlon Beresford will become the first signing of season 2002/03 after arriving at Turf Moor as a free agent.

"Whilst the finer details of his return to the club will be ironed out over the coming weeks, Beresford will be part of Burnley’s travelling contingent for the forthcoming pre-season tournament in the Isle of Man."

So said the club’s official web site and pretty conclusive it is. He WILL be the first signing and the finer details are set to be ironed out. That’s all we needed to know, Marlon is definitely going to be a Claret again.

But wait a minute, that doesn’t seem to tie in with Stan. When asked about the situation he said, referring to both Beresford and Broomes, "I still don’t know whether I can sign them or get a deal with Dean West."

Not quite so conclusive then, I wonder what Marlon had to say about it all,

"I don't know myself what is happening but Stan has asked me to come here and train and it is important that I stay fit. I have been here all week after coming down for a day last week.

"The manager said I was welcome to train and it is good for me. But as to the future, everything is very much up in the air.

So now you know whether Marlon is set to sign or not and if you do can you let us know because we are somewhat confused at the conflicting evidence on offer.