Barnet

Barnet boss signs three defenders
Barnet manager Paul Fairclough has signed defenders Stevland Angus, Kenny Gillet and Joe O'Cearuill. Angus, 26, who was a free agent after leaving Torquay in the summer, made his debut in Saturday's 2-1 loss at Brentford and was sent off. O'Cearuill, 20, has left Arsenal to join the Underhill outfit. Gillet, 22, impressed during his trial spell with the Bees but turned down the club's initial contract offer. He has experience with French side Caen.

Barnet hit by Leary injury news
Barnet midfielder Michael Leary is set to be on the sidelines for up to two months with a knee ligament injury. Leary had an MRI scan on the injury he sustained in Saturday's 2-1 away defeat against Brentford. Although the scan revealed that it was not damage to the cruciate ligament the 24-year-old will be in a knee brace for possibly two weeks. Leary has only been at Barnet since July when he became manager Paul Fairclough's sixth summer signing.

Barnet boss recruits midfield duo
Barnet have signed much-travelled veteran Paul Smith, and also snapped up fellow midfielder Josh Wright on a month's loan from Charlton. Smith, 35, finished last season at Torquay after making over 500 league appearances for Southend, Brentford, Gillingham, Walsall and Swindon. Wright, 17, is an England youth international who signed professionally with Charlton in May. He has been capped at Under-16, Under-18 and Under-18 levels.

Hart rewarded with new Bees deal
Barnet midfielder Danny Hart has been rewarded with a new two-year deal by manager Paul Fairclough. Hart, 18, joined on non-contract terms during the summer after previously playing for Boreham Wood. But after impressing Fairclough, Hart, who made his League debut against Brentford last month, has now agreed terms on a permanent deal. Meanwhile, keeper Lee Harrison should play his 300th game on Saturday recovering from an ankle injury.

Barnet hit by Gillet injury blow
Barnet defender Kenny Gillet has been ruled out for up to two months with a fractured metatarsal. Gillet was replaced by Nicky Nicolau after half-time in Saturday's 1-0 win over Chesterfield. The 21-year-old had a scan at Barnet general hospital when the team returned to London. Meanwhile Barnet physio Mark Stein is assessing the extent of the calf injury picked up by captain Ismail Yakubu in the same match.

Barnet's Hart stays at Northwood
Barnet winger Danny Hart has extended his loan spell at Ryman One North side Northwood for a second month. The 18-year-old former Boreham Wood player can play on either wing and has scored once so far whilst on loan. He joined Barnet in the summer but has made just one appearance in League Two as a substitute at Brentford in August. Hart said: "I have been enjoying it here. We play at AFC Wimbledon soon, and I'm looking forward to that as I'm sure there'll be a great atmosphere."

Bees agree fee for Histon striker
Barnet have agreed an undisclosed fee to sign striker Cliff Akurang from Blue Square Premier side Histon during the January transfer window. But boss Steve Fallon told Histon's website that although a fee has been agreed, the move is not yet sealed. "There is no done deal as yet. We have to put a couple of things in place to enable Cliff to move on," he said. The ex-Thurrock, Heybridge and Dagenham & Redbridge man, 26, has scored 10 goals in 19 league games for Histon.

Peterborough set to recruit Hatch
Barnet striker Liam Hatch is to join League Two rivals Peterborough United in a £150,000 deal. The fee is payable over the next two-and-a-half years with Hatch set to complete his switch on 1 January. The 25-year-old, who had also been a target for Shrewsbury Town, has scored eight times for the Bees this season. Hatch, who joined Barnet from Ebbsfleet United for £23,000 in July 2003, recently rejected a new contract offer at Underhill. Barnet chairman Tony Kleanthous told his club's website: "I am really sorry to see Liam go as he epitomises the spirit of our club. "I understand why he wants to move on and make more money - we attract players as we are honourable when they get the chance to better themselves."

Bees seal move for Histon striker
Barnet have completed the signing of 26-year-old striker Cliff Akurang from Blue Square Premier side Histon for an undisclosed fee. The move had been agreed by the two clubs before Christmas, and formally went through on 1 January with the opening of the transfer window. The ex-Thurrock, Heybridge and Dagenham & Redbridge man had scored 10 goals in 19 league games for Histon. He made his Bees debut in the 0-0 draw at Wycombe on New Year's Day.

Barnet re-sign Addicks midfielder
Barnet have re-signed Charlton midfielder Josh Wright on loan for the second half of the season. The England Under-19 international, 18, spent a successful three-month spell on loan at Underhill earlier this season, making 15 first-team appearances. Wright is still awaiting his senior debut for Charlton. Another Charlton youngster, winger Ruairi Harkin, 18, has joined Ryman Premier Division side Heybridge Swifts on a month's loan.

St Aimie completes move to Barnet
Barnet have confirmed the signing of versatile midfielder Kieron St Aimie, who was recently released by QPR. St Aimie, 18, can operate on either flank or through the middle and was one of a number of players QPR released after making nine signings this month. He has been training with Barnet and impressed Bees boss Paul Fairclough. "I like what I hear from Paul Fairclough. I think I'll do well under him and that he'll get the best out of me," St Aimie told Barnet's website.

Barnet's Hart makes Wivenhoe move
Barnet midfielder Danny Hart has joined Ryman One North side Wivenhoe Town on a month's loan. Bees boss Paul Fairclough is keen for the teenager to get more matches under his belt during his loan spell. The 18-year-old spent a spell on loan with Ryman One North side Northwood earlier this season. Hart, who previously played for Borehamwood, joined the Bees on the eve of the new season after impressing Fairclough throughout pre-season. He joins fellow Barnet youngsters Tim Trebes and James Cole at Wivenhoe.

Groin injury ends Yakubu's season
Barnet captain Ismail Yakubu will not play again this season because of a persistent groin injury. The 22-year-old defender has missed the last four games, including Saturday's 3-0 win over Bury, with the problem. And with the Bees now safe from relegation, boss Paul Fairclough has taken the decision to stand Yakubu down from action. Yakubu, who has made 34 appearances for the club this season, is set to see a consultant later this week.

Bishop hands in transfer request
Barnet midfielder Neal Bishop has asked the club to transfer list him after turning down the offer of an improved contract at the League Two club. Bishop, 26, played 47 times this season before having his campaign ended by a knee injury suffered in Barnet's 2-0 victory over York City. "Neal has indicated that he wants to leave," said manager Paul Fairclough. "The club have made a very good offer of an improved contract and that would have put in line with our top earners."

Hendon agrees new Barnet contract
Barnet assistant boss Ian Hendon has signed a new two-year deal with the club, to continue working alongside manager Paul Fairclough. Former Tottenham defender Hendon retired from playing a year ago and became a coach and scout. He said: "I am delighted with the deal. Barnet has been such a big part of my life for the past five years." Barnet chairman Tony Kleanthous said: "Ian has brought something extra to the training ground in his role." Hendon captained Barnet on their return to the Football League and spent hours this season travelling to watch matches looking for potential new signings for the Bees. He added: "I am looking to help Paul to continue the improvement the team has shown since getting back into the League - next season the aim is a play-off place."

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