Elji Kawashima

United are on the verge of signing experienced Japanese goalkeeper Kawashima on a free transfer, with the club awaiting the result of a work permit application.

The 32 year old, capped 72 times by his country, has been without a club since leaving Belgian outfit Standard Liege. The player was at Tannadice yesterday to take in the game, where ironically enough Szromnik came in and played fairly well, so he'll be a little disappointed to see the Japanese player sign.

This is further good news for Arabs this weekend.