<from the Sun, 11 June 2008)

CHELSEA youngster Jack Cork has been handed the England Under-19s captaincy.

First-choice skipper Ciaran Clark, who plays for Aston Villa, has been ruled out of the upcoming UEFA U-19 Championships in the Czech Republic.

So 19-year-old Cork, who spent last season on loan at Sc**thorpe, has taken over the role.

England U-19 coach Brian Eastick has tipped the right-back to shine.

He said: "He's already got a lot of experience.

"I know Sc**thorpe didn't do too well in the Championship last season but his performances were very, very good.

"His time there would have benefited him greatly.

"We have seen him mature as a player and a man over the last few years and he has earned his chance."

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It all looks to be going well for jack. He was voted Scunnies player of the year last season if memory serves. Come on the Corky!!!! B)

great news. jack certainly looks like one who could make the step up to 1st team football soon. first game is on monday 4.30 i think. we could have 3 players in the team. the futures blue....

Fantastic news for for Cork, always liked the look of him. We're blessed with finances, but going on Scolari's comments about giving youth a chance, he could be one we see a bit of, perhaps in the CC.

There is a strong rumour in Scotland today that Cork may be moving to Celtic on a season long loan.

There is a strong rumour in Scotland today that Cork may be moving to Celtic on a season long loan.

oh f**k no,f**k,f**k,f**k,f**k no no no no please god not to those horrible bunch of c**ts

could be an excellent move- play in a successful side, possible exposure to european football.. as long as he gets games it would be better than a lower league loan IMO.

There is a strong rumour in Scotland today that Cork may be moving to Celtic on a season long loan.

:D

Good news for Jack.

With youth prospects coming through, we really need to push through getting rid of the likes of Ben Haim as quickly as possible. Ideally, we should have one youth player in each position as part of the first team squad.

If we play with two centre backs, then obviously JT and Carvalho are first choice, Alex is as good a backup as you are going to get, and the 4th choice should be a youth player.

From all accounts, Maccienne is a lot more developed at this stage than Cork, so it should go to him. Then if he doesn't work out, get Cork in for next season.

Don't see the point in Cork going to Celtic. He will not play much. A lesser Prem team like Inverness maybe is a better bet.

He ha gone on loan to Southampton until January.

He ha gone on loan to Southampton until January.

ha he? he ha lo of talent........... :D you learning chinese?

ha he? he ha lo of talent........... :D you learning chinese?

Or been watching Benny Hill.

Good move. they are low on players and have an enthusiastic crowd.

I really think he will progress nicely. Good lad.