Cardiff set for Blackburn Rovers keeper Enckelman (From Lancashire Telegraph)

Cardiff set for Blackburn Rovers keeper Enckelman

11:05am Wednesday 7th May 2008 in

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BLACKBURN Rovers goalkeeper Peter Enckelman could be heading to Cardiff City on a permanent deal at the end of the season.

Bluebirds boss Dave Jones is hoping to tempt the Finnish international with the offer of a three-year contract after impressing during a loan spell with the South Wales club.

And Enckelman, one of the heroes of Cardiff's magical FA Cup run, has admitted he would love to stay at Ninian Park, although he intends to postpone any talks about his future until after the FA Cup final later this month.

The 31-year-old, who is out of contract with Rovers this summer, said: "I am focused on playing football and leave all contract details to my agent.

"He will let me know when there is something certain, but right now I am concentrating on preparing for the FA Cup final."

Since joining Cardiff on loan in January, Enckelman has enjoyed a new lease of life with the Bluebirds, keeping 10 clean sheets in 19 appearances, and playing a key role in the club's march to Wembley.

Now he is looking forward to the prospect of an FA Cup final showdown with his former Aston Villa team-mate David James, assuming the Portsmouth keeper recovers from injury in time to take his place at Wembley.

Enckelman added: "Cardiff gave me the chance to kick-start my career.

"There were moments when I found it difficult to motivate myself when I knew I would not be in the matchday 16 at Blackburn.

"Maybe I needed a new challenge - and that was provided by Cardiff."