FOWL MOUTH TIRADE FURY

The Cardiff City striker, who scored a controversial penalty during the 3-3 draw with Bryan Robson's side, was allegedly involved in a verbal altercation with at least two home fans as he made his way from the stadium to the team bus.

Eyewitnesses say that Fowler and his team mate Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink were singled out for particular attention by United fans at the players' entrance.

But unlike the former Holland international, they claim that Fowler swore and responded in a manner which has prompted one to write a letter to Soho Square demanding that officials launch an investigation into his conduct.

Tempers were running high after a dramatic game which saw United surrender the lead before coming from 3-1 down to snatch a point with two goals in the last five minutes.

But with Keith Gillespie (hamstring) joining Gary Naysmith, Nick Montgomery and Derek Geary on the list of likely absentees from Saturday evening's visit to Bristol City, Robson has stepped up his effort to make at least one loan signing before the weekend.

Assistant manager Brian Kidd was scheduled to host this afternoon's press conference at Shirecliffe.

Meanwhile, United's decision to extend their youth development network to the east coast is already reaping dividends after the club's decision to offer Darren Clough extended schoolboy terms.

The 16-year-old from Scarborough impressed during a trial match against Bradford City and is now eligible to play for United's academy.

Clough was recommended to United by coaches at the town's school of excellence.

United stepped in to save the scheme after Scarborough Football Club went bust earlier this year and plc chairman Kevin McCabe has pledged funds to help build a new sporting facility in nearby Eastfield.

Representatives of Scarborough Athletic supporters' trust were at the Cardiff game.

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