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SO THE WILL HE/WONT HE SAGA that's been at the forefront of every City fan's mind throughout January has finally ended, albeit with the unfortunate departure of a very talented player. Although nobody wanted to see anyone leave during this month's window, being the pessimist I am, I was resigned to losing at least one of our "big name" players.

With his contract up in the summer, Best's departure was always on the cards. His body language over the past few months suggested that he was getting cold feet at the Ricoh.

SCUNTHORPE. Their manager openly admits their main objective for this season is to try and stay in the league.

Coventry. Aspirations of a play-off place and a return to where many would argue is our rightful place, the top flight.

Reality score check. Scunthorpe 1 - 0 Coventry.

Steve Harrison looking to end Bristol City FC jinx

COVENTRY CITY get back to business today as they prepare to do battle with one of their bogey sides, Bristol City.

Danny Fox makes Scotland choice

DANNY FOX could be in line to make his Scotland debut next month.

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Coventry City FC must toughen up, says Stephen Wright

SKIPPER Stephen Wright has called on his Coventry City team-mates to toughen up their act after playing in what he describes as the worst game of his Sky Blue career.

Leon McKenzie perfect for Charlton, says Phil Parkinson

CHARLTON Athletic FC boss Phil Parkinson has hailed Leon McKenzie's transfer deadline day arrival.

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IT'S never nice when players describe their own form as a "disgrace" but that's precisely what fans favourite Aron Gunnarsson has done.

Despite the fact that he is far from accountable for the Sky Blues recent demise in form, the young Icelandic international seems to be carrying an unnecessary weight upon his shoulders.

There are 11 players out on that pitch, many of whom have only played a handful of games together. If anyone expected miracles, surely you know by now that you are supporting the wrong club.

As another transfer window nears closure it could be a busy time at the Ricoh Arena. Chris Coleman has already expressed his desire to bring in at least one more face before the deadline at 5:00pm on Tuesday.

Coleman will also be anxious to keep his top players with Everton heavily rumoured to make a late move for Keiren Westwood. A bid of £10m is what it would take to tempt City to part with the Republic of Ireland international, according to his manager.

Leon McKenzie looks to be on his way out after reportedly agreeing a contract with Charlton. But let's take a closer look at some of the names that, according to reports and rumours, could be heading to the Ricoh before the deadline.

David Healy (Sunderland)

Sunderland's official website has reported City's interest in the Northern Ireland striker. More fruitful in goals terms at international level than at club level, but would add good competition for City's strikers. Wage demands could scupper a deal.

Age: 30
Height: 5'8"
Position: Striker
08/09 Record: 9 apps. 1 goal
Approx. Value: £600,000
Chance of Signing: 40%

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Our live blog will cover the soccer news, gossip and speculation across the region right up until the 5pm deadline. Just wait for it to appear below...

IF rumours are to be believed, Gary McSheffrey is no longer on Cookies radar.

For a long time now we have thought that the prodigal would return from his temporary exile near to the dark side.

RAY RANSON today said that Aston Villa have not made a bid for Coventry City left-back Danny Fox.

The Sky Blues chairman is keen to scotch rumours linking the former Everton player with a move away from the club.

Although it is understood that there has been some interest in a couple of City's higher profile players, Aston Villa have not made a bid for Fox.

"There is not going to be a mass exodus of players, " said Ranson.

"We are trying to build something here and want to keep our best players."

COVENTRY City stepped up their pursuit of £100,000-rated Shrewsbury centre-back
Kelvin Langmead on Friday and are confident of signing him in January.

Sky Blues boss Chris Coleman registered a fresh enquiry before the weekend about Langmead, 23, who is out of contract at the end of the season.

Langmead is unhappy at being in and out of the League Two team despite being rated as one of the division's best defenders, with Scunthorpe and Bradford also keen on him.