Connolly can’t wait for Portugal trip

Luton’s players are flying out today and will be put through their paces by fitness coach Dave Richardson in the Algarve.

Speaking exclusively to the News/Gazette, Connolly said: “I was really happy to have got the deal sorted so I can go away today, have a real good week out there and get to know everybody.

“It’s going to be hard with the heat, but I’m quite fit anyway and more importantly, I think the best way to get to know everybody and for them to get to know me is on tour, as you live and breathe with everyone.

“Sometimes I don’t look forward to pre-season tours, because they’re very, very hard, but for this one, so can’t wait.”

For more from Connolly about his move to Kenilworth Road, see the News/Gazette on sale this Wednesday.