Distin staying put

A COUPLE of interesting stories on the transfer front today, the first has seen Pearce insist that City captain Sylvain Distin is staying put.

The City boss has slapped a ‘Not for Sale’ sign on the defender after reports that Liverpool were interested in the Frenchman.

And possible City target Dean Ashton has signed a 12-month extension saying his future lies at Norwich.

Speaking at a press conference this afternoon, he said: "I feel my ambition is matched by Norwich City football club.”