Despite being a "brilliant individual" who loves to talk about the strategy and tactics of the game, Andy Rose does not sound likely to be signed by Coventry City. Manager Tony Mowbray has not given up on the out-of-contract Seattle Sounders midfielder, and the overall prognosis from the trial is strong. The issue is that Rose does not suit their needs.
"But I saw enough to think there is a footballer in there and definitely an asset. He's 6ft 4, can run all day, passes it nice and simple and he's a brilliant individual.