Tigana will let Collins to go

Collins admitted earlier this month that he would have to consider his future at the club after finding himself out-of-favour this season and it seems Tigana would be willing to let him leave to get regular first team football.

"I understand John's position," siad Tigana. "He wants to play in central midfield but not on the left and he has lots of competition.

"I need him because it is a long season and I hope he will stay, but if he wants to leave he is a special case.

"He is a great player, a great man and we have to find the best option for him."