Championship news

Chelsea are on the verge of completing their first signing under new manager Liam Rosenior, with the Blues set to beat Premier League rivals Manchester United to the signature of teenage sensation Yisa Alao. The 17-year-old Sheffield Wednesday defender has reportedly opted for Stamford Bridge despite heavy interest from Old Trafford, with a structured deal worth potentially over £1 million now close to being finalised between the two clubs.

Former Manchester United star Paul Pogba has been tipped to seal a shock transfer to Wrexham before he hangs up his boots. The 32-year-old has returned to football at Ligue 1 side Monaco, after a spell out of the game due to a doping ban, but former France and Manchester United striker Louis Saha thinks he could be a good option for Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac's side.

Wrexham star James McClean said his goodbyes to the club on Tuesday night after agreeing to return to Derry City. The midfielder was at the SToK Cae Ras for Wrexham's Championship game against Leicester and could not resist a cheeky gesture as he acknowledged the crowd. McClean leaves the club after playing a key role in Wrexham's recent rise up the divisions.

Wrexham missed the chance to move to the brink of the playoff places in the Championship on Tuesday night after being denied victory against Leicester. Lewis O'Brien looked to have secured all three points for the hosts but the Welsh side were left frustrated when Jannik Vestergaard pulled one back for the Foxes in the 90th minute as the game ended all square.

Birmingham City have reportedly moved into pole position to sign Brighton & Hove Albion winger Jeremy Sarmiento, dealing a significant blow to ambitious rivals Wrexham. The Championship club are closing in on a permanent deal for the Ecuador international, with Blues owner Tom Brady seemingly getting one over on Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac in the battle of the high-profile American owners.

James McClean has revealed his only regret after bidding farewell to Wrexham. The veteran Irishman has returned to his roots at Derry City, with the enigmatic 36-year-old seeing his contract terminated. He is happy to be heading home, but thoroughly enjoyed his time working with “incredible” Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney during a history-making era for “Disney FC”.

Haji Wright was the hero for Coventry City after scoring the decisive goal in a 2-1 win over Leicester City at the 85th minute, a result that keeps the Sky Blues at the top of the Championship table. Coventry remain leaders with 59 points, six clear of second-place Middlesbrough as they continue their push for promotion.

Wrexham lost ground in the race for the Championship play-offs with a disappointing 2-1 home loss against lowly Norwich City. The Canaries flew out of the traps and took the lead through Ben Slimane. Sam Smith cancelled out their opener not long after with his third league goal in as many games but Jovon Makama restored the away side's advantage. Despite some late pressure, the toothless Welsh side couldn't find a way through as their unbeaten run ended in sombre fashion.

James McClean is reportedly set to leave Wrexham and return to his homeland by joining Northern Irish side Derry City. The Red Dragons captain, who has played a key role in the club’s remarkable rise from non-league football to the Championship under Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac, recently served a three-game ban for violent conduct following an incident against Swansea City in the Welsh derby.

How to watch the Championship match between Coventry and Leicester, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Norwich City will be without Josh Sargent for their Championship clash against Wrexham after head coach Philippe Clement confirmed the striker was dropped for disciplinary reasons. The U.S. international’s situation has raised questions about his short-term future, even as the club insists he remains key in their relegation fight.

Wrexham have confirmed that promotion hero Elliot Lee will leave the club in the January transfer window on loan. Lee is on his way back to full fitness after knee surgery but will move on in search of regular game time. Manager Phil Parkinson has also offered an update on Paul Mullin's future after his loan spell with Wigan was cut short and he returned to the Welsh side.

Evan Ferguson has been urged to consider a sensational switch to Wrexham to reignite his stalling career. Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy believes the ambitious Welsh club could provide the perfect platform for the Roma striker to rediscover his goalscoring touch and fall back in love with the game after a difficult period in Italy.

Wrexham took a trip to Liverpool on Tuesday afternoon for a friendly clash at the Premier League champions' AXA Training Centre. Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac's side faced an Under-21 Liverpool team and returned home after a 1-1 draw. Club legend Paul Mullin, who has been recalled to Wrexham after a loan spell with Wigan Athletic, featured along with former Red Conor Coady and ex-Burnley man Jay Rodriguez.

Ryan Reynolds has helped the third club in his footballing portfolio to deliver an exciting rebrand, with the Hollywood actor starring in a hilarious reveal of the team’s new kit and badge. Reynolds, who has overseen considerable success at Wrexham alongside co-owner Rob Mac, is looking forward to seeing what the future has in store for Colombian outfit Inter Bogota.

USMNT star Josh Sargent is considered to have gone from “hero to zero in one text message” at Norwich, with the highly-rated striker pushing for a transfer away from Carrow Road in the January window. With 2026 World Cup dreams in the back of his mind, the 25-year-old has taken to removing himself from contention for selection by the Canaries.

Toronto FC have reportedly submitted an $18 million bid for USMNT striker Josh Sargent, but Norwich manager Philippe Clement has insisted the forward is not for sale amid growing MLS interest. Sargent missed the Canaries’ FA Cup match this weekend after informing the club he was focused on a potential transfer, with Clement saying there would be consequences.