Cardiff City opt not to sign Chelsea striker Islam Feruz on loan

Chelsea striker Islam Feruz has returned to Stamford Bridge after Championship outfit Cardiff City opted not to sign the Scotland Under-21 player on loan.

The 19-year-old spent last week on trial with Russell Slade's squad with a view to signing until the end of this season.

However, Slade confirmed that the deal would not be taking place, telling Wales Online: "We've made a decision on Islam and he's gone back to Chelsea."

Feruz has four and a half years to run on his Blues contract and has just returned from a spell with Greek League club OFI Crete.