NICHOLLS TO LEAD PANTHERS

PETERBOROUGH have appointed Scott Nicholls as captain ahead of the new Premiership season.

Nicholls takes over from Hans Andersen in skippering the Panthers, although team boss Rob Lyon insists the decision is no reflection on the Dane who also lines up again for the Alwalton side.

Lyon said: “There’s very little to choose between the two, but given the current climate and the fact that Scott is in the UK, it means he’s the more accessible.

“I’ve worked with Scott before, I know what he’s about, he’s a good fit for the job, and he’s very keen to do it.

“I know the travel situation is still a question and we’re still waiting for confirmation, even after Monday’s announcements. I’d like to think it will be fine, but you never quite know.

“I know we’ve all got ‘phones so communication shouldn’t be an issue, but when you need to talk to the captain about something, or to be somewhere with him for an event, it’s much easier if he’s based in the UK.”