Bristol City transfer news: Bournemouth ‘prepare’ Robins double swoop, Everton ‘join’ race for Birmingham City star
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Bristol City made it only one win in seven league matches as they suffered a 2-1 defeat to Stoke City at the weekend. The Robins initially took the lead through Nakhi Wells before an impressive second half performance from the Potters saw Liam Delap and Jacob Brown gift the visitors all three points.
Defeat on home turf has taken City down to 18th in the Championship - only three points from the relegation zone. However, the top six is also still in touching distance.
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Hide AdNigel Pearson’s side will be looking to turn their fortunes around after Christmas as they host West Brom, though the Baggies remain in brilliant form and will be looking for their sixth consecutive win.
Here is today’s Championship transfer news...
VALENCIA 'LEAD' RACE FOR BURNLEY TARGET
Burnley have fallen behind in the race to sign Universidad de Chile forward Lucas Assadi, with Valencia now the frontrunners for his signature. The 18-year-old has a €2m release clause and has also attracted interest from Benfica. (El Desmarque)
SHEFF UTD WONDER-KID 'JOINS' MAN CITY
Sheffield United's teenage midfielder Kylan Midwood has reportedly joined Manchester City after attracting interest from the likes of Chelsea, Liverpool and Newcastle United. The 14-year-old has been impressing for the Blades' U15 side. (Football League World)
PRESTON NORTH END 'REALLY' INTERESTED IN LIVERPOOL STARLET
Preston North End are reportedly eyeing a loan move for Liverpool's Bobby Clark next month. The 17-year-old joined the Reds from Newcastle United's academy last year. (The Chronicle)
BOURNEMOUTH 'PREPARE' BRISTOL CITY DOUBLE SWOOP
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Hide AdBournemouth are reportedly preparing to make a move for Bristol City's Antoine Semenyo and Alex Scott in January. The Cherries were linked with the latter last summer. (Sunday Mirror)
HULL CITY 'SET' TO MAKE OFFER FOR HIBS ACE
Hull City will be the first club to make a concrete offer to sign Hibs defender Ryan Porteous next month. The 23-year-old's contract will expire in the summer and he has since attracted interest from the likes of Sunderland, Watford, West Brom and Norwich. (Scottish Sun)
BOLTON 'EYE' AMBITIOUS MOVE FOR HUDDERSFIELD STRIKER
Bolton Wanderers are said to be targeting a surprise move for Huddersfield Town's Danny Ward, whose contract will expire in the summer. The 32-year-old scored 14 goals in the Championship last season. (Alan Nixon)
EVERTON 'JOIN' RIVALS IN RACE FOR BIRMINGHAM CITY STAR
Everton have reportedly joined Liverpool and Leeds United in monitoring Birmingham City teenager George Hall. The midfielder has made five starts in the Championship this season. (Daily Mail)
WATFORD KEY MAN 'COULD' LEAVE ON LOAN IN JANUARY
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Hide AdEverton have expressed interest in Watford attacker Ismaila Sarr and could reportedly seek a loan move for the Senegal international next month. The Toffees are unlikely to be able to afford the £35m price tag set on him in the January transfer window. (Daily Mail)
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