SMITH STUDIES NEW ROLE

Last updated : 14 October 2005 By Editor
The MEN reports that Alan Smith has been watching DVDs of the world's best midfielders in an attempt to learn more about his new role.

"It's something I hope I have adapted to well," he said. "I enjoy being in the thick of the action. I admire the midfielders in this squad a great deal.

"I also admire Patrik Vieira, Emerson and Claude Makelele and I've been watching videos and DVDs of different types of midfield players."

Perhaps he could get hold of some coaching ones for old Queiroz.