Fotheringham also revealed that the deal would have been longer if manager Glenn Roeder had got his way.

BBC: Fotheringham signs Norwich deal

He has played 44 matches for the Hatters after being sent to Kenilworth Road on loan by former City boss Glenn Roeder.

BBC: Spillane agrees new Norwich deal

Canaries boss Glenn Roeder has since signed Dejan Stefanovic from Fulham, and secured loan deals for Celtic's John Kennedy and Spurs youngster Troy Archibald-Henville.

BBC: Wolves capture defender Shackell

Newcastle caretaker boss Glenn Roeder revealed on 21 March that Owen could be back in "three weeks" and suggested any talk of a setback was "ridiculous".

BBC: WHEN THE INJURIES HAPPENED

Liverpool manager Gerard Houllier, who like Hammers boss Glenn Roeder has had his fair share of stick of late, sympathises with his peer, according to the newspaper.

BBC: The back pages

Martin, who was frozen out by former Norwich boss Glenn Roeder before being loaned to the Hatters, says he is ready to fight for a place in the team.

BBC: Martin aims for first-team start

Winning the semi-final with a last-second Anna Perks goal was the highlight of the tournament for me, as well as winning the final 4-1 and being presented the trophy by Newcastle manager Glenn Roeder.

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