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Gascoigne tries China in attempt to revive career

Kieran Daley
Thursday 16 January 2003 01:00 GMT
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Paul Gascoigne flew to China yesterday in an attempt to resurrect his career.

The former England midfielder has been without a club since leaving First Division Burnley at the end of last season, despite being linked with moves to the United States, Malta, Wales and a string of Football League clubs.

Gascoigne will have trials with five clubs in Beijing and hopes to finally return to competitive football.

He told Sky Sports News: "I'm looking forward to it, it's a challenge for me and I'm going over there with an open mind. I don't know what it's going to be like and I'm looking forward to it.

"I'm looking forward to getting back on the pitch and training. I'm a bit nervous and it's a new challenge.

"I have trained really, really hard. This is an opportunity for me to get out of England, go over there and enjoy myself. I hope to play good football and entertain the fans."

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