 In the next season, he started in 8 of the first 13 matches (one absence for a red card suspension), but was dropped to the bench and wanted to leave the club, also being considered a disruptive dressing room influence.He first had a trial at Blackburn Rovers but Graeme Souness opted against the signing as he was looking for a right midfielder.He later went for a trial at Rangers, snubbing a chance to join A.C. Milan.