Jeffrey said on Tuesday that United boss Roy Walker had already inquired about Downey's availability.

BBC: Jeffrey silence on Downey future

Meanwhile United skipper Albert Watson appears set to stay at Ballymena after talks with manager Roy Walker, having previously handed in a written transfer request.

BBC: Blues turn down offer for Downey

Kelbie scored 15 goals for the Sky Blues last season but has not been offered a new contract after holding talks with United manager Roy Walker.

BBC: Kevin Kelbie is on the move from Ballymena United

Catchphrase, the ITV game show that ran for 16 years from 1986 to 2002, was innovative in its use of computer graphics to represent maxims and sayings, but it probably sticks in the public consciousness as much for Roy Walker's handling of some of the inept efforts at answers.

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And Cadete, Roy Keane, John Hartson and Andy Walker scored for the team of veterans.

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