ST MIRREN are actively considering a number of players from Zambia as

they look towards strengthening their squad for next season.

Manager Jimmy Bone spent a successful year in that country and one

particular target is defender John Soko who has more than 40 caps for

his country.

Bone confirmed yesterday: ''I believe a number of the players there

could aquit themselves well in Scotland. I have been in touch to check

out availability.''