Post by Macmoish on Nov 26, 2010 22:03:42 GMT
Bath FC - Bath City Sign Leon Jeanne
26th November, 2010
Bath City are pleased to announce the signing of midfielder Leon Jeanne on non-contract terms. Jeanne began his career with Queens Park Rangers where he made his first team debut in 1999. He has also played for Cardiff City, Newport County, and a series of small non-league clubs in England and Wales. He joins City from Welsh Football League Division One side Cardiff Corinthians FC.
Although universally considered to be a very talented footballer, Jeanne’s career has been dogged by disciplinary problems. Signing him is a step that City manager Adie Britton has decided to take after careful consideration:
‘I was asked a month ago if Leon could train with us. I had seen him in various parts of his career, so I knew who he was.
‘You do not see many players who excite you when they are just controlling the football. His first touch is different. He has undoubted ability. I am well aware of the problems he has had before, but after getting to know him better I have decided to give him an opportunity with us.
‘Bath City is a club that is continuing to exceed expectations. We do this by giving one hundred percent all of the time. All of my players know this, and Leon knows it too. He is aware of our standards and our work ethic. As long as he adheres to those, and continues to work hard, he will remain with the team and do very well with us.
‘His has had fitness issues recently. He has shown dramatic improvement in the last few months, but he still needs to do more. I see him in the near future as an impact player. He’ll need to work very hard on the physical aspects of his game to make the starting line-up. I am sure, though, that his talent will excite people.’
Bath City has received international clearance to sign Jeanne and he will be available for Tuesday night’s home match against Crawley Town.
bathcityfc.com/bath-city-sign-leon-jeanne/
26th November, 2010
Bath City are pleased to announce the signing of midfielder Leon Jeanne on non-contract terms. Jeanne began his career with Queens Park Rangers where he made his first team debut in 1999. He has also played for Cardiff City, Newport County, and a series of small non-league clubs in England and Wales. He joins City from Welsh Football League Division One side Cardiff Corinthians FC.
Although universally considered to be a very talented footballer, Jeanne’s career has been dogged by disciplinary problems. Signing him is a step that City manager Adie Britton has decided to take after careful consideration:
‘I was asked a month ago if Leon could train with us. I had seen him in various parts of his career, so I knew who he was.
‘You do not see many players who excite you when they are just controlling the football. His first touch is different. He has undoubted ability. I am well aware of the problems he has had before, but after getting to know him better I have decided to give him an opportunity with us.
‘Bath City is a club that is continuing to exceed expectations. We do this by giving one hundred percent all of the time. All of my players know this, and Leon knows it too. He is aware of our standards and our work ethic. As long as he adheres to those, and continues to work hard, he will remain with the team and do very well with us.
‘His has had fitness issues recently. He has shown dramatic improvement in the last few months, but he still needs to do more. I see him in the near future as an impact player. He’ll need to work very hard on the physical aspects of his game to make the starting line-up. I am sure, though, that his talent will excite people.’
Bath City has received international clearance to sign Jeanne and he will be available for Tuesday night’s home match against Crawley Town.
bathcityfc.com/bath-city-sign-leon-jeanne/