Ipswich Town is pulling out all the stops to lure Sam Gallagher away from Blackburn Rovers, offering him a lucrative three-year deal. With his contract set to expire in the summer, Rovers do have an option on him, but Ipswich is eager to secure his services. The Tractor Boys have been in negotiations with Blackburn, coming close to reaching a £2 million agreement, although finding a replacement for Gallagher at this stage would be a challenge for Rovers.
Meanwhile, in the Championship, Preston is keeping a close eye on Wigan goalkeeper Sam Tickle for a potential surprise move. Although Tickle has been closing in on a new deal with Wigan, Preston’s scouts are showing renewed interest, especially with the possibility of late interest in Freddie Woodman.
Birmingham City is also in the mix, short-listing Tickle, who has made a significant breakthrough this season. On the other hand, Blackpool is making a final attempt to secure midfielder Owen Moxon from Carlisle, facing competition as other League One clubs, including table-toppers Portsmouth, circle as the auction for his services begins.
In a whisper section, a Championship supremo has been revealed to have had a secret meeting with an out-of-work boss at a hidden location. Despite public displays of support for the current manager, it seems that there may be some turmoil behind the scenes, as the team has been struggling for results lately. This meeting suggests that all may not be as harmonious as it seems on the surface.
