Curbishley targets four new recruits

Alan Curbishley hopes to sign up to four players this summer with the £10million the club received for Scott Parker.

Curbishley intends to strengthen his squad in the close season rather than buy a direct replacement for the England midfielder.

"I won't go out and spend all the money on one player," said Curbishley after Saturday's 3-3 draw at relegated Leeds. "I want to bring in players who make us stronger all-round. I am looking at all areas of the team."

Curbishley will wait until the season finishes to decide on Paolo Di Canio's future. But defender Chris Powell is expected to sign a new one-year contract soon.

Striker Kevin Lisbie is on course to play for the reserves against West Ham tonight after six months out with a back injury.