SAFC get Bellion tribunal date

Sunderland have received a date from The Football League for David Bellion's tribunal.

Bellion was out of contract at the Stadium of Light when he moved to Manchester United at the end of last season.

But rules state that if a young player has been offered a new deal, his former club is entitled to compensation if he decides to move on.

The Football League Appeals Committee will meet on October 16 in London to discuss the issue and determine a compensation fee.

The news puts an end to rumours that originated over the summer that Sunderland were not entitled to take the matter to a tribunal because they had allegedly failed to notify Bellion of the terms of his improved contract before a pre-set date.

A club spokesman said at the time, "We made a formal offer to David through his agent in January which reflected his future valuation and his potential and it was a much-improved contract offer.

"His agent, Mike Morris, rejected this offer in writing at the end of January and we have copies of both letters."

Tickets now on sale for Carling Cup game against Huddersfield

Carling Cup second-round
SAFC v Huddersfield Town Tuesday 23rd September 2003
Kick-off 8.00pm

Season Ticket Holders
Season ticket holders can apply from Wednesday 20th August until 5.30pm on Tuesday 9th September 2003, by post or in person using voucher 57 or by calling 08700 112266 (subject to booking fee) to guarantee their season ticket seat.

General Sale
All non-season ticket seats will go on general sale from 10.00am Wednesday 20th August 2003.

All season ticket seats that are not purchased before the priority period deadline will be available for general sale from 10am Wednesday 10th September 2003.

Prices
Adults £10
Concessions £5
Wheelchairs/helpers £5

Prices apply for all areas of the ground.