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Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert has been officially charged by the Football Association following the explosive Spygate scandal that rocked the Championship last season. The 33-year-old manager faces three separate breaches of FA Rule E3.1 surrounding allegations of spying on multiple league opponents.

Kyogo Furuhashi has officially completed a transfer to the LA Galaxy, leaving Birmingham City after a highly disappointing spell. The Japanese forward struggled to find his form in the Championship following his £10 million ($13m) move, which ultimately led to him missing the 2026 World Cup. Now, Furuhashi hopes to revive his career in Major League Soccer and regain his prolific goalscoring touch.

According to his father-in-law Danny Dyer, West Ham star Jarrod Bowen has made a decision on his future following the club’s heart-breaking relegation from the Premier League. Despite significant interest from top-flight heavyweights, including Liverpool and Aston Villa, the Hammers captain appears set to spearhead the club's promotion charge in the Championship.

Manchester City have secured the return of former academy goalkeeper Pierce Charles after agreeing a £10 million package with Sheffield Wednesday. The Northern Ireland international has put pen to paper on a long-term contract at the Etihad Stadium, but he will spend the upcoming campaign on loan in the Championship with Queens Park Rangers.