Allardyce calls Kean video ‘disappointing’

Sam Allardyce last night admitted he is disappointed by the comments allegedly made about him by Blackburn boss Steve Kean, which emerged this week.

The Scot has become the centre of an internet storm after video footage of him appearing to making disparaging remarks about Rovers predecessor Allardyce was published by a fans’ action group. West Ham manager Allardyce, who is taking legal action against his former assistant, said: “It’s disappointing but it’s in the hands of my lawyers and they are taking the action that is appropriate.”

Kean’s role has again come under scrutiny this week, following Rovers’ relegation from the Barclays Premier League. The subject of protests from disgruntled fans throughout a dismal season, he has been in India for talks with owners Venky’s, leading to speculation he may be replaced – but he currently remains in position.

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Allardyce, meanwhile, is bidding to take Rovers’ place in the top flight, with West Ham facing Blackpool in the Championship play-off final at Wembley tomorrow.

And Allardyce was delighted that Jack Collison is fit and ready to play. The Wales midfielder scored twice in the 2-0 semi-final first-leg win in Cardiff a fortnight ago, but was expected to miss out at Wembley after dislocating his shoulder in the second leg. However, after intensive treatment, Collison returned to training yesterday and is set to be involved. “Everyone who has been playing recently is fit, the squad is strong and we just have one final day to select the side,” said Allardyce.