BLACKBURN are hopeful defender Martin Olsson’s knee problem is not serious

Blackburn defender Martin Olsson has committed his future to the club by signing a new five-year contract.

Blackburn ace Martin Olsson has pledged his long-term future to the club after signing a new five-year deal.

Burnley boss Brian Laws has admitted he is disappointed that Martin Olsson has admitted to diving to win a penalty.

Blackburn winger Martin Olsson has revealed he gambled on Mike Dean’s fondness for awarding penalties – and should have been booked for doing so. The 21-year-old Swede threw himself to the ground before Burnley keeper Brian Jensen could get near him

Blackburn boss Sam Allardyce hailed the performance of Martin Olsson in Sunday’s Lancashire derby at Burnley – but admitted the Swede may have been fortunate in winning the penalty that sealed Blackburn’s 1-0 victory.

Burnley furious after Martin Olsson wins dubious penalty

Blackburn defender Martin Olsson is looking for a long career at Ewood Park having become a first team regular under manager Sam Allardyce.

Blackburn defender Martin Olsson says he came close to quitting Ewood Park but is now determined to stay and fight for his place.

Manager Sam Allardyce feels Martin Olsson should be credited for the goal that gave his Blackburn side a 1-0 win over Hull.