James eyes promotion to top with Bristol City

David James is targeting a return to the Barclays Premier League with Bristol City after feeling that remaining in top-flight football was impossible at this stage of his career.

By The Newsroom

Published 30th Jul 2010, 18:44 BST

Updated 31st Jul 2010, 20:37 BST

The England goalkeeper, who celebrates his 40th birthday today, turned down offers from Premier League clubs and Scottish giants Celtic in favour of signing a one-year deal at Ashton Gate.

James was paraded before City fans at the club's pre-season friendly against Blackpool yesterday.