Usain Bolt has ‘a touch like a trampoline’, says A-League striker Andy Keogh
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Former Ireland striker Andy Keogh blasted Usain Bolt as having “a touch like a trampoline” on Friday as the coach of the Central Coast Mariners refused to say whether he believes the sprint star can make it as a footballer.
Keogh, who plays for Perth Glory, said it would be a “kick in the teeth” to footballers if the eight-time Olympic champion earns a professional contract with Australia’s Mariners.
The 32-year-old Jamaican, who retired from athletics last year, has been on trial with the A-League club since August but contract negotiations have stalled and he is no longer training.
Sydney’s Daily Telegraph reported this week that Bolt’s representatives were initially seeking AU$3 million (US$2.1 million) but the Mariners have offered closer to AU$150,000.
The Mariners have said it appears unlikely the Jamaican will sign unless a third-party agreement can be found to deliver him more money.