The summer transfer window has certainly been eventful thus far. West Bromwich Albion are looking to do some serious business – today, we’ll take a look at all the biggest transfer rumours from around the Championship.
Leeds United have reportedly ‘failed’ in their bid to try and sign a defensive midfielder who currently plays for FC Koln in the Bundesliga, though they could reinvigorate their efforts in the coming days.
Middlesbrough and Sunderland are set to do battle for the signature of a winger who plays in Finland, while a Blackburn Rovers target has turned down a new contract at his current club in favour of a move to Ewood Park.
Leeds United see bid for FC Koln’s Dejan Ljubicic rejected
Recently, Daniel Farke’s Leeds United put forth a bid of around £3.4 million for FC Koln’s Dejan Ljubicic – however, the Bundesliga outfit rejected their offer, according to a report from German outlet BILD.
The Whites are looking to replace Glen Kamara in the defensive midfielder role and had identified Ljubicic as a suitable candidate for this. An Austrian international who was part of their squad at Euro 2024, he made 26 league appearances last season and racked up two assists along the way.
Middlesbrough and Sunderland to compete for HJK Helsinki winger Topi Keskinen
North east rivals Middlesbrough and Sunderland are set to go head to head in the transfer market, as they both reportedly have an interest in HJK Helsinki ace Topi Keskinen. Previously, Blackburn Rovers had also been linked with a move for the player.
