Championship news

Ipswich Town have been hit with a massive blow ahead of their Premier League return as Kieran McKenna has officially confirmed his departure from the club. The 40-year-old coach, who masterminded consecutive promotions for the Tractor Boys, has apparently decided to take some time away from the game, dashing recent reports of a possible move to Fulham.

Thomas Tuchel has faced a scathing assessment from Danny Dyer after the England manager opted to leave Jarrod Bowen out of his squad for the 2026 World Cup. The legendary actor didn't hold back, labelling the omission of his son-in-law as "ridiculous" while revealing the family had already begun preparing for a trip to the United States.

David Sullivan has resigned as West Ham chairman and director with immediate effect after learning that what he described as "factually incorrect and entirely false" historic allegations about his personal life were due to be published. The long-serving Hammers chief said he was stepping aside to avoid becoming a distraction during a crucial period for the club.

Southampton have completed the permanent signing of goalkeeper Daniel Peretz from Bayern Munich on a four-year contract for a reported £6 million fee. The Israeli international enjoyed a successful loan spell on the south coast last season, playing an instrumental role in securing a Championship play-off position before the club’s subsequent disqualification.

Arsenal are closing in on a deal to sign Leicester City’s highly-rated teenager Jeremy Monga ahead of rival Premier League suitors. The top-flight champions have made the 16-year-old winger a priority summer target as they look to aggressively bolster their ranks with the finest young domestic talent available in the country.

Recently retired England stalwart Kyle Walker has cast doubt on Thomas Tuchel’s maiden tournament squad by naming three players he believes were unfairly omitted. The 36-year-old, who earned 96 caps for the Three Lions, suggested that the German manager has taken a massive gamble on the fitness and form of his defensive line.

Southampton's dramatic fall from the Championship play-offs has been further illuminated by the release of damning evidence regarding their widespread spying operation. Leaked WhatsApp messages have exposed the culture under head coach Tonda Eckert, where junior staff members felt forced to monitor secret training sessions of rival clubs. The saga, which culminated in the Saints being thrown out of the promotion race, continues to haunt St Mary's as the full extent of the "top-down" plan is finally made public.

Manchester United have joined the race to sign Middlesbrough sensation Hayden Hackney, with former Boro boss Michael Carrick understood to be backing a move. The midfielder is expected to leave the Championship club this summer, attracting interest from several Premier League sides.

Southampton owner Dragan Solak has pledged his support to manager Tonda Eckert despite the spying scandal that led to the club's expulsion from the Championship play-offs. While the fallout continues and an FA investigation remains ongoing, Solak believes the highly rated coach deserves another opportunity to lead the club forward.

Southampton have released a pointed statement following the publication of the Arbitration Panel's written reasons for rejecting their appeal against EFL sanctions. While the Saints accepted full responsibility for their structural and leadership failures during the 'Spygate' scandal, the club took aim at the EFL, questioning the integrity and impartiality of panel members who reportedly hold historic connections to rivals Middlesbrough.

Jude Bellingham has faced accusations of arrogance as his profile continues to soar at Real Madrid, but those who saw his emergence first-hand are quick to defend the England superstar. Former Birmingham City team-mate David Davis has opened up on the midfielder’s early days, insisting that what some mistake for conceit is actually the essential self-belief required to reach the pinnacle of the game.

Kalvin Phillips faces a defining crossroads in his career following Pep Guardiola’s historic departure from Manchester City. After a difficult period that saw the £45 million man struggle for minutes and form, a new era at the Etihad under Enzo Maresca could offer a glimmer of hope, yet his most likely path to redemption seems to lie away from Manchester.

Rob Mac insists that he hand Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds avoid talking to the club's players about on-field matters, instead using their experience as global stars to help the squad adapt to the demands of their newfound popularity. While the team have enjoyed a historic rise through the English football pyramid that culminated in an impressive first season back in the Championship, Mac says the owners have zero say in the tactics or starting XI.

Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson has confirmed that the club are preparing to bolster their ranks with new signings as they look to build on a record-breaking period of success. Following a season that saw the Red Dragons narrowly miss out on the Championship play-offs, Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac are once again expected to provide the financial backing necessary to take the club to the next level.