Football

Paul Parker, the former Manchester United and England defender, is to be released by Derby at the end of the month. Parker, 32, joined the Rams on a monthly contract in the summer after being given a free transfer by United.

Chris Holland is to move to Birmingham from Newcastle after medical assurances that the condition of his right eye will not further deteriorate. Holland has still not fully recovered his sight after being the victim of an ammonia attack in a Newcastle night-club 15 months ago

Justin Fashanu, the former Norwich and Nottingham Forest striker once worth pounds 1m, is to try to relaunch his career in New Zealand. He will join the National League team Miramar Rangers on a one-season deal worth NZ$40,000 (pounds 18,000).