Bristol City news: Ex-Robins man sacked, Swansea City linked with Scotsman

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The latest news from around the Championship as clubs head into the international break

Bristol City were beaten 2-1 away at Burnley over the weekend.

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The Robins have now lost back-to-back matches in the league.

Nigel Pearson’s side go into the international break sat in 9th place and a point outside the play-offs.

Here is a look at the latest news from around the Championship and beyond....

Former Hull City man sacked

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Former Hull City centre-back Wayne Brown has been sacked by Colchester United after their poor start to the new campaign. He helped the Tigers win promotion to the Premier League as a player back in 2008 (Official club website).

Ex-Bristol City player also loses job

Hartlepool United have decided to part company with ex-Bristol City midfielder Paul Hartley. The experienced Keith Curle has taken over the Pools on an interim basis (Official club website).

Middlesbrough boss praises Rotherham

Middlesbrough boss Chris Wilder has praised Rotherham United after the Millers held his side 0-0 over the weekend. He said: “Rotherham are not in a false position. They are a hard-working side, possibly one of the last teams you’d want to play against. It was a tough evening. We knew it would be” (Rotherham Advertiser).

Released West Brom man on trial with Football League club

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Defender Kevin Joshua, who was released by West Brom at the end of last season, is on trial with League Two side Colchester United as he continues his hunt for a new home (Gazette News).

Huddersfield Town eye Premier League coach

Huddersfield Town have identified Chelsea coach Anthony Barry as a potential replacement for Danny Schofield (The Sun).

Swansea City linked with Scotsman

Swansea City and Sunderland are battling over the services of former Dundee United coach Adam Asghar (Alan Nixon).

Cardiff City managerial latest

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Cardiff City made the decision to dismiss Steve Morison on Sunday after their loss to Huddersfield. They have placed Mark Hudson is caretaker charge and he will be given the chance to impress (The Athletic).

Blackburn Rovers youngster earns international call-up

Blackburn Rovers youngster George Chmiel, who is a forward, has been called up for Poland U19s for their upcoming European Championship qualifiers (Lancashire Telegraph).

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