VETERAN midfielder Don Hutchison has signed for Coventry after the 34-year-old left Millwall for first-team football. Coventry manager Micky Adams said: "With the amount of injuries we have at the moment it was evident we needed cover in midfield. Don is a vastly experienced player who has plied his trade at the highest level and will be a welcome addition. He is famed for his determined style of play and I'm sure he'll be a positive asset for us." On leaving Millwall, ex-Scotland and Liverpool player Hutchison said: "I have left by mutual consent after agreeing to cancel my contract. I have left because of a lack of first-team football. At my age I need to be playing regularly." He added: "I am actively looking to join a club with ambition and there are one or two in the pipeline."

THE Millwall Supporters' Club is holding a Christmas Party on December 2 at The Den. The price has been kept down to a bargain £7 which includes a buffet, and DJ for the night. Tickets are on sale from the Ticket Office or MSC Committee members, please use their contact details listed on their website or email millwallfansmsc@hotmail.com. Phone 07891 008 947. Post MSC, The Den, Zampa Road, London SE16 3LN.

MILLWALL have snapped up Chelsea goalkeeper Lenny Pidgeley on a seven-day emergency loan deal. They have also signed Liverpool defender Zak Whitbread on loan. His deal runs to January 3 and Millwall are hopeful the move will be extended until the end of the season.

With thanks to Millwall FC.