Championship news

Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson has confirmed he will submit a dossier of refereeing blunders to PGMOL following a controversial afternoon at The Hawthorns. The Red Dragons boss was left fuming after a "very, very harsh" penalty decision shifted the momentum of a 2-2 draw against West Bromwich Albion.

Roy Hodgson, at the age of 78, made a triumphant return to the dugout in his first game back as Bristol City manager following a 2-1 victory over Charlton Athletic, secured by Noah Eile’s scrappy winner at The Valley. Following the match, Hodgson revealed he had received a special message from legendary former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson.

Jude Bellingham remains the beating heart of Birmingham City, even years after his departure for Borussia Dortmund and subsequently Real Madrid. Ahead of their Championship clash against Blackburn Rovers, the English club decided to celebrate one of their most famous academy products with a truly unique tribute in the form of a tifo.

Former England international Gareth Barry believes Jack Grealish would be the "perfect" marquee signing for Wrexham if they reach the top flight. The Manchester City playmaker's personality is seen as a natural fit for the club's high-profile brand as they look to reach the Premier League following a meteoric rise through the divisions

Wrexham captain Dominic Hyam has explained how the club ensures that documentary cameras do not become a distraction during a Premier League promotion push, with “celebrities” being asked to “get out the dressing room”. Famous faces pass through the Racecourse Ground on a regular basis, with Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac at the helm, but Phil Parkinson’s squad have learned how to block out the “noise”.

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The staggering financial scale of the Premier League has been laid bare once again as official figures reveal top-flight clubs spent a record-breaking £460 million on agent fees over the last year, with Chelsea emerging as the league’s biggest spender. The total fees spent by Premier League clubs represents a 13 per cent increase on the previous 12 months.

Christoph Kramer saw Caspar Jander as a future international, but the highly talented midfielder has now reached a dead end at Southampton. Could a move to the Bundesliga be his way out?

Northern Ireland and Blackburn Rovers manager Michael O'Neill has provoked a fierce backlash from Championship relegation rivals. Balancing his dual roles, the 56-year-old is accused of a major conflict of interest after heavily utilising key players from clubs battling Blackburn for survival in a 1-1 friendly draw, while resting his own prospect until the 80th minute.

Towering Czechia goalkeeper Radek Vitek is determined to return to Manchester United and fight Senne Lammens for a starting role, explicitly rejecting the idea of sitting on the bench. The stopper is currently on loan at Bristol City.

A stunning move to Wrexham for Cristiano Ronaldo is being ruled out as the Portuguese superstar does not need Ryan Reynolds’ assistance in order to achieve his Hollywood dream. CR7 has stated a desire to get into the movie business, leading to surprising transfer talk being sparked, but James Chester cannot see the Manchester United and Real Madrid legend heading to North Wales.

Former Wales international James Chester has explained why Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac may be “the best owners in football”. A couple of Hollywood superstars arrived at Wrexham when completing a stunning takeover in 2021. They have overseen three successive promotions across a five-year reign, with huge investment being made in the football club and local community.

Jude Bellingham has been told at what age a stunning return to his roots at Birmingham City “could happen”. No deal will be done any time soon, with the England international midfielder currently a ‘Galactico’ at Real Madrid. Ex-Blues striker Clinton Morrison has, however, explained to GOAL when an emotional retracing of steps to the West Midlands could happen.

Wrexham continue to set their sights on reaching the Premier League, with Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac reportedly working on the identification of transfer targets ahead of a potential step up into the top-flight. More big money would need to be spent if the Red Dragons were to secure a fourth successive promotion, with Leeds forward Mateo Joseph said to be in their sights.