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Football News Roundup – February 18, 2012

• Thorn snubs striker loan
  Coventry boss Andy Thorn has confirmed he rejected the chance to sign a striker on loan as the player in question was not match fit.
• Allen unsure over Stewart deal
  Notts County manager Martin Allen is unsure if the club would be able to sign on-loan Bristol City defender Damion Stewart permanently.
• Blues won't rush Folan decision
  Chris Hughton will not rush into a decision on Caleb Folan after Danny Webber also reportedly linked up with Birmingham City on trial.
• Wolves make boss progress
  Wolves chief executive Jez Moxey remains optimistic the club will appoint Mick McCarthy's successor before the next game against Newcastle.
• Pearson signs for Alex stay
  Crewe boss Steve Davis has revealed his delight at securing the services of striker Greg Pearson for a further two months.
• Cuellar wants to repay McLeish
  Carlos Cuellar says he wants to repay the faith shown in him by Alex McLeish by helping the Aston Villa boss improve the team's fortunes.
• Walsall v Wycombe preview
  Team news for Saturday's League One clash between Walsall and Wycombe Wanderers at Banks's Stadium.
• Hughton defends AVB
  Birmingham's Chris Hughton insists Andre Villas-Boas can resuscitate Chelsea's fortunes if he is given the time to do so.
• Macclesfield v Aldershot preview
  Team news for Saturday's League Two clash between Macclesfield and Aldershot at Moss Rose.