West Brom eye cut-price deal plus Sheffield United and Norwich to overlook out on reported goal

The Black Cats moved into the highest half of the desk after recording their second consecutive victory, with Tony Mowbray’s facet now making ready for a house assembly with West Brom.

Right here’s a few of the newest information and gossip from across the second tier:

After a tough begin to the season, West Brom’s outcomes have improved underneath new boss Carlos Corberan.

The Baggies have gained their final three matches with out conceding and will likely be hopeful of climbing the desk after their World Cup break.

In accordance with The Solar, West Brom are additionally planning a transfer for 22-year-old midfielder Jon Russell, whose contract at Huddersfield is about to run out this summer time.

It’s being reported the participant, who got here by way of Chelsea’s academy and labored with Corberan at Huddersfield, could possibly be obtainable for a decreased payment in January.

One other group who noticed their outcomes enhance earlier than the World Cup break is Coventry.

The Sky Blues have gained their final 4 Championship matches to maneuver as much as twelfth within the desk, whereas they nonetheless have video games in hand.

But Mark Robins’s facet might face a battle to maintain high scorer Viktor Gyokeres, who has netted 9 league targets this season, in January.

In accordance with journalist Alan Nixon through his Patreon, Burnley are contemplating a January transfer for the 24-year-old striker.

Premier League golf equipment Crystal Palace, Everton, and West Ham have additionally been credited with curiosity in Gyokeres, whereas Middlesbrough noticed a summer time bid rejected for the striker.

Lastly, Watford look set to finish the signing of Canadian worldwide midfielder Ismael Kone.

In accordance with the Watford Observer, the 20-year-old will signal a four-and-a-half-year deal at Vicarage Street and be a part of the Hornets on January 1.

It’s been reported each Sheffield United and Norwich had been serious about Kone, who made three appearances for Canada on the World Cup, but Watford acted rapidly to safe the deal.