Bristol City transfer news: Bournemouth prepare ‘bumper deal’ for Robins ace, PSV ‘join’ race for Norwich City outcast
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Bristol City picked up their first win of the year at the weekend as they beat Birmingham City 4-2 on home turf. Nahki Wells, Mark Sykes (2) and Antoine Semenyo confirmed the three points for the Robins.
The victory was their first at Ashton Gate since October and extends the gap on themselves and the relegation zone, moving up to 17th place in the Championship. Nigel Pearson’s side will now face Swansea City in their FA Cup replay tomorrow, before hosting Blackburn Rovers in the Championship. Blackburn’s form has dramatically dipped in recent weeks, losing four of their last six matches.
Here is today’s transfer news...
BURNLEY 'CLOSING IN' ON REPUBLIC OF IRELAND INTERNATIONAL
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Hide AdBurnley are close to completing a deal for Swansea City striker Michael Obafemi, having already offered £2.5 million for his services. The 22-year-old netted 12 goals in the Championship last season. (The Sun)
SHEFF UTD INTEREST IN PREMIER LEAGUE FORWARD 'PLAYED DOWN'
Sheffield United aren't interested in pursuing a deal for Leeds United's Joe Gelhardt, despite rumours. The 20-year-old forward could be set for a loan move to the Championship this month. (Alan Nixon)
HUDDERSFIELD TOWN 'MAKE APPROACH' FOR CHELSEA YOUNGSTER
Huddersfield Town have seen a move for Chelsea's Harvey Vale knocked back in the January transfer window, with Wigan Athletic also showing interest in the 19-year-old. Vale's loan deal with Hull City had recently been cut short after making only three appearances for the Tigers in the first half of the campaign. (Nizaar Kinsella)
PSV 'JOIN' RACE FOR NORWICH CITY OUTCAST
PSV have entered the rice to sign Norwich City's Todd Cantwell after he previously looked set to join Rangers. The winger previously played in the Netherlands whilst on loan with Fortuna Sittard, helping them gain promotion to the Eredivisie. (Pete O'Rourke)
CARDIFF CITY 'EYE' SHOCK RETURN FOR FORMER BOSS
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Hide AdCardiff City are reportedly looking to bring Neil Warnock back to the club, despite the 74-year-old announcing his retirement last year. Warnock spent over three years as the Bluebirds boss before his most recent spell with Middlesbrough. (talkSPORT)
WEST BROM 'TARGET' RECALLED BY PARENT CLUB
Leyton Orient have recalled Daniel Nkrumah from his loan spell at Welling United amid interest from West Brom. The Baggies are eager to snap up the teenager during the January transfer window. (Alan Nixon)
BOURNEMOUTH PREPARE ‘BUMPER DEAL’ FOR BRISTOL CITY ACE
Bournemouth are preparing a whopping £50,000-a-week contract offer for Bristol City forward Antoine Semenyo. Reports claim the 23-year-old could be available for around £15m this month. (Football League World)
COVENTRY CITY 'LIKELY' TO SIGN SWANSEA ACE
Coventry City are 'likely' to sign Swansea City's Jamie Paterson, despite the fact the Sky Blues are yet to launch a formal offer for his services. The 31-year-old has been told he can leave the Welsh club this month after making only 12 appearances this season. (Wales Online)
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