An emotional return to Birmingham for Jude Bellingham is not being ruled out, although former Blues boss Steve Bruce has told GOAL that it could be a “long, long time” before such a move is considered. The No.22 shirt at St Andrew’s, which has been retired, is waiting to be filled again by a home-grown hero that is currently starring as a ‘Galactico’ with Real Madrid.
Burnley have secured the deadline day signing of Japan international midfielder Reo Hatate from Celtic. The 28-year-old arrives at Turf Moor on a three-year contract, bringing five years of title-winning pedigree to Nicky Hayen's midfield.
Ipswich Town have completed the £20 million signing of Dutch forward Zian Flemming from Burnley on transfer deadline day. The 28-year-old striker has signed a four-year deal at Portman Road to become their 12th summer addition, taking the number nine shirt to bolster the Tractor Boys' attacking options for the ongoing Premier League campaign.
West Ham United have confirmed that French centre-back Jean-Clair Todibo has departed the London Stadium to join Ligue 1 side RC Lens on a season-long loan deal. The move marks a swift return to his homeland for the defender, who has struggled to maintain a regular starting spot under the current management Nuno Espirito Santo in East London.
Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac have been urged to make Jamie Vardy the next star of ‘Welcome to Wrexham’, with Robert Huth telling GOAL that his former Leicester team-mate “certainly is Hollywood”. The former England international striker remains a free agent after leaving Italian side Cremonese, but the Red Dragons in North Wales have been warned that any deal will not come cheap.
Phil Parkinson admitted he was left "shellshocked" after Wrexham suffered a dismal 2-1 Championship defeat at home to Birmingham. The frustrated manager slammed his side's defending as "unacceptable" following a sluggish performance that leaves them without a win this season.
Former Birmingham player and manager Steve Bruce has told GOAL that the Blues will not rush into a repeat of their Wayne Rooney mistake, with there no plans on the part of Tom Brady and the club’s board to seek another “name” in the dugout. Chris Davies remains at the St Andrew’s helm for now, with collective sights being locked on the Premier League.
Former Queens Park Rangers and Plymouth Argyle midfielder Akos Buzsaky has been reported missing in his native Hungary, prompting his former English clubs to express their deep concern. Police are currently searching for the retired footballer, who has not been seen for over a week, as the football community unites in hoping for his safe and immediate return.
Jarrod Bowen surprised many when committing his future to West Ham on the back of their relegation out of the Premier League. Was that decision influenced by a desire to keep his wife Dani and father-in-law Danny Dyer happy? Ex-Hammers star Ray Houghton has answered that question for GOAL, with the England international shunning all transfer speculation.
Wrexham are reportedly preparing to shatter their transfer record once again as they pursue an audacious move for Lyon playmaker Pavel Sulc. The Red Dragons are looking to provide manager Phil Parkinson with the firepower necessary to sustain a promotion charge in the Championship.
Coventry City have completed the signing of experienced goalkeeper Dan Bentley from Wolverhampton Wanderers on a two-year deal. The 33-year-old shot-stopper arrives to bolster Frank Lampard's squad ahead of their Premier League return, ending a three-and-a-half-year stint at Molineux to provide crucial top-flight pedigree and dressing-room leadership.
Aston Villa have been dealt a significant blow in their pursuit of defensive reinforcements after Southampton rejected a bid for Taylor Harwood-Bellis. Unai Emery is determined to bolster his backline this summer, but the Saints are holding firm on their valuation of the highly-rated England international.
Wolverhampton Wanderers have completed the loan signing of Wales midfielder Jordan James from Ligue 1 club Rennes with an option to buy at the end of the season. The 22-year-old returns to the English Midlands following a standout individual campaign at Leicester City, where he netted 11 goals and claimed their Player of the Season award last term.
Sheffield United are facing the grim prospect of a severe 12-point deduction in the Championship after the company used by their current owners to purchase the club was hit with a High Court winding-up order. The shocking development stems from an ongoing dispute over unpaid debts from the recent takeover, leaving fans anxious as the EFL launch a full investigation.
Brentford are on the verge of securing the signature of West Ham defender El Hadji Malick Diouf in a highly lucrative £40m transfer. The London club have reportedly submitted a substantial bid for the talented left-back, who is eager to secure a swift return to the Premier League following West Ham's recent relegation to the Championship at the end of last season.
Manchester City’s storied era under Pep Guardiola was not without its internal fractures, as sensational new footage has revealed a tearful confrontation between the manager and Kyle Walker. The explosive exchange, which took place in the Anfield dressing room, ultimately signaled the beginning of the end for the veteran defender’s career at the Etihad Stadium.
Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson was left fiercely frustrated with the match officials after a dramatic 1-1 Championship draw against Welsh rivals Cardiff City on Monday. The Red Dragons were cruelly denied a brilliant opening-day victory when Rubin Colwill struck a sensational 98th-minute free-kick to level the scores.
West Ham United manager Nuno Espirito Santo has insisted the club must secure further attacking reinforcements despite completing a Championship record £22m deal for Arne Engels. The Portuguese head coach voiced his concerns after seeing his side surrender a two-goal lead at Burnley, insisting that extra attacking options remain an urgent priority.
Southampton’s return to the Sky Bet Championship turned into a hostile affair as they were relentlessy taunted over the ‘Spygate’ scandal during a 2-1 defeat at Watford. Tonda Eckert’s side struggled to handle the atmosphere at Vicarage Road in their first league outing since the espionage controversy that derailed their previous campaign.
West Ham United captain Jarrod Bowen has opened up on his decision to remain at the London Stadium despite the club's painful relegation to the Championship. The 29-year-old forward, who was heavily linked with a move away to maintain his top-flight status, insisted that his deep connection with the Hammers made the choice clear.
West Ham United have sent a clear message of intent to the rest of the Championship by smashing the division's transfer record to secure the signing of Arne Engels from Celtic. The Belgian international arrives at the London Stadium for a staggering £22 million fee as the Hammers look to secure an immediate return to the top flight.
Middlesbrough have continued their aggressive summer recruitment drive by securing the permanent signature of Tottenham Hotspur defender Ashley Phillips. The England Under-21 international arrives at the Riverside Stadium on a long-term five-year deal, becoming the eighth new face in Kim Hellberg’s squad.
Chelsea's teenage forward Dastan Satpayev has joined Burnley on a season-long loan after officially completing his long-anticipated transfer to Stamford Bridge from Kairat. The 18-year-old Kazakhstan international, who recently committed to the Blues until 2033, heads straight to Turf Moor with the clear aim of securing regular first-team football.
Burnley have confirmed the signing of promising Manchester City centre-back Max Alleyne on a season-long loan deal ahead of the new Championship campaign. The 21-year-old defender arrives at Turf Moor aiming to secure regular first-team football and help the Clarets mount an immediate promotion challenge back to the Premier League.
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