National Sport - July 2

barton.jpegA quick look around the national scene to see what is happening in the world of sport: -

Newcastle’s Joey Barton is set to face showdown talks with club bosses over his future on his release from prison.

Everton hope to solve a compensation row with Newcastle to allow coach Steve Round to be appointed assistant manager in time for pre-season training.

Chelsea appear to have moved a step closer to signing Robinho after his agent claimed to have held talks with Blues sporting director Frank Arnesen.

New Blackburn manager Paul Ince has given club captain Ryan Nelsen permission to play for New Zealand at the Olympic Games in August.

Roberto Di Matteo is expected to be named as Ince’s successor at MK Dons.

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