Loan star Marcello Trotta (19) has opted against extending his loan stint with Wycombe and has returned to parent club Fulham. The Italian, who netted eight goals in as many matches for the Chairboys, is expected to join a Championship side on loan.

Bolton chairman Phil Gartside has conceded that the Trotters were unable to sign former loan striker Rodrigo (20) on a permanent basis from Benfica. Gartside told O Jogo: "The president of Benfica says he [Rodrigo] is not for sale at any price."

Darlington's administrators have terminated the contracts of the club's interim manager Craig Liddle and the playing staff, the club has confirmed. However, the remaining players have been asked to train ahead of Darlo's match against Fleetwood.

Former Fulham, Real Sociedad and Coventry manager Chris Coleman (41) has confirmed that he will hold talks with the Football Association of Wales. The former Wales captain has expressed his desire to be the successor of the late Gary Speed.

Blackpool manager Ian Holloway has handed a trial to former Celtic and Hibs striker Derek Riordan (27), who is currently a free agent. The Scottish international is looking for a new club after leaving Chinese side Shaanxi Chanba in November.

Blackburn defender Christopher Samba (27) has handed in a transfer request amid reports linking him wih a move away from Ewood Park. Samba was absent from Rovers' 3-1 win over Fulham on Saturday and has been linked with moves to PSG, Spurs and QPR.

The signing of defender Dean Leacock (27) from Derby has delighted Leyton manager Russell Slade. "He has a fine pedigree having played all his career in the Premier League and the Championship," said Slade. Orient have also signed Syam Ben Youssef.

Veteran defender Hermann Hreidarsson (37) has left Portsmouth and has signed a deal with fellow Championship side Coventry. Hreidarsson, who joins on a free transfer until the end of the season, brings a wealth of experience to Andy Thorn's squad.

Finnish starlet Lauri Dalla Valle has ended his loan spell at SPL side Dundee United and returned to Fulham's Motspur Park training ground today. "The game against Celtic today was the last game of my loan spell", the 20-year-old said.

Chelsea have denied reports that Queens Park Rangers have agreed a fee with Blues for centre back Alex (29) amid ongoing speculation that the Brazilian defender doesn't want to remain in England. Alex is contracted to Chelsea until 2013.