QPR linked with’special’ move as Leeds United’s £40 million plan surfaces.
The fight for Championship survival resumes on Friday as QPR prepare for a crucial six-pointer against fellow strugglers Birmingham City.
Rs supporters will be confident that the team has made enough progress under Marti Cifuentes to secure a spot in the second division next season, but they will not be looking too far ahead with much work remaining to be done this season.
The summer transfer market is quickly approaching, as LondonWorld looks at the latest from QPR and Leeds United in your Wednesday Championship round-up.
QPR connected with a National League defender.
QPR are interested in handing Chippenham Town defender Dan Ellison the opportunity to move up the divisions this summer. The 18-year-old is flourishing at the National League South club and has piqued the interest of Championship and League One teams
Blackpool, Leyton Orient, and Reading have all been linked with a transfer for Ellison by The Mirror’s Dan Marsh on X. The defender signed a new contract with Chippenham last year, but the club would undoubtedly be open to proposals from teams in higher levels ready to spend on the developing star.
Ellison has made 26 appearances in all competitions this season, scoring four goals from defence, and Off The Line has labeled him a’special player’, praising his mobility, game reading, and poise.
Leeds United eye £40 million double coup
Leeds United are reportedly planning a £40 million double deal to improve their squad this summer, but only if the Whites win promotion back to the Premier League.
In addition to Rodon, Leeds United are expected to sign Celtic midfielder Matt O’Riley, who has had a solid season in Scotland. The Danish international has 11 goals and 13 assists this season and might command a £25 million price. It is believed that if Leeds United offered that much, Celtic would not block the trade.
