With the January transfer window rapidly approaching, EFL 72 provides up-to-date information on rumours, gossip, and news pertaining to 72 Championship, League One, and League Two clubs.

Now that the January transfer market is open, the whispers about transfers are abounding. The 72 clubs in the EFL pyramid that are searching for lucrative early deals to kick off 2024 in style are the subject of our attention.

Here are the most recent transfer rumours, headlines, and insider information for League One and League Two, the Championship teams, as well as a transfer analysis from our EFL 72 squad.

Truth behind Toney’s remarkable Posh clause claims

In light of the fact that teams like Arsenal and Chelsea are searching for a new striker, Ivan Toney might be moving this month. For a whopping £10 million, Toney left Peterborough United to join Brentford in 2020. Due to a 30% sell-on clause, there had been rumours that his former team would receive a winter pay day.

Though “nobody” would be able to negotiate a contract like that as a selling club, Peterborough chairman Darragh MacAnthony disputes that his club will profit from such a stipulation.

Will Leeds keep star man amid Newcastle links?

Leeds United is in a difficult situation right now. The Lilywhites are seven points out of automatic promotion slots after three losses in their last six games. Though some of Daniel Farke’s players could be debating whether to continue with them or change course in January, they are still among the favourites to make the playoffs. Newcastle United is reportedly interested in Crysencio Summerville, who has contributed 18 goals in 24 league games so far.”Their resolve could be tested over the coming weeks, but it is imperative to the club’s hopes of going up that Summerville stays put,” writes Dom Howson, a reporter for Leeds Live, stating that United must keep Summerville at all costs. It would give the wrong impression to capitalise on him, leaving Farke with a significant attacking conundrum to overcome.
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Boro set to raid Villa

Michael Carrick recently stated that Middlesbrough will only be persuaded to enter the market if prospective players align with the team’s ethos, which is to maintain composure in the midst of what is typically a wild month. Given that Plymouth Live is claiming that Boro is nearing a £2.5 million approach for Aston Villa midfielder Finn Azaz, it would seem that Carrick has identified such a target.Azaz is currently on loan at Plymouth Argle, but should the deal go through, it will end sooner rather than later.Azaz has been a constant for Argyle this season, and if he can increase Boro’s chances of promotion, £2.5 million seems like a great deal at this point, according to EFL 72.
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How Birmingham players reacted to Rooney exit

A six-person shortlist is said to have been established in the ongoing hunt for Birmingham City manager Wayne Rooney’s replacement. The players reportedly responded to the news of Rooney’s departure with “surprise” and “relief,” suggesting that the City team was relieved to be rid of the Manchester United and England great.

EFL 72 states:After only two victories in 15 games, it’s understandable that the City players are pleased that Rooney is no longer with them. However, they must also examine themselves because poor performance is never only the manager’s fault.

Stoke ‘keeper situation develops amid calls for fresh faces

Now over to Stoke City, where the Potters are trying to find a custodian. After making a loan inquiry, City has been connected to backup Leicester goalkeeper Daniel Iversen, who was recalled by parent club Bournemouth in October. Daniel Travers is a light in goal. Watch this space as Tavers can theoretically return to on loan given that he is only allowed to play for Stoke or Bournemouth this season.

At Stoke on Trent Live, our panel of experts has instructed the Potters to find “electric pace” in the window.