Dichio deal off

Last updated : 06 July 2005 By Charlie Roper
Danny Dichio
Dichio: Deal off
Daniele Dichio's transfer to Preston North End has collapsed following Jeff Burnige's shock resignation.

The two clubs had agreed a fee for the player on Monday and North End were given permission to hold talks with the striker, as reported on Millwall Mad yesterday afternoon.

Dichio had travelled up to Deepdale and agreed personal terms but after passing a medical, Millwall informed Preston that they were no longer able to proceed with the deal, citing Burnige's resignation as the reason.

Preston are still keen to sign the striker, who joined The Lions in February 2004, but appreciate that the change in circumstances at The Den no longer makes this possible at the present moment in time.

Speaking about the deal North End boss Billy Davies said: "We are still very hopeful that a deal can be finalised we will just have to wait and see what the final outcome is."