Neil Thompson on Freedom of Sheffield Wednesday
Tony Pulis crossed Sheffield on Wednesday for a war of words over the window of movement, with Barnsley’s former head among the contenders to succeed
Meanwhile, in the Championship, Yorkshire groups Sheffield Wednesday and Rotherham United continue to fight in the battle for relegation, while Huddersield Town and Barnsley watch the play-offs. Here are all the latest news and gossip from Yorkshire and beyond.
The respective hopes of Blackburn Rovers and Swansea City to catch up with goalkeeper Warner Hahn have come to an end after the announcement that the 28-year-old has opted to sign for Anderlecht (the club’s website).
The race for the vacant leadership position at Sheffield Wednesday appears to be warming up, with Thorsten Fink, Gus Poyet and Jose Morais lately as the top candidates, according to bookmakers (SkyBet).
Huddersfield Town’s chances of signing Rolando Aarons’ long-term target appear to have gained momentum, with reports that Newcastle United have known the winger as several of the players they will play in January (72).
Former Watford helpless Daryl Janmaat has discovered a new club, two months after his departure through the Hornets, joined Dutch side Ado Den Haag, who lately holds the position at the moment in the most sensitive ranking (BBC Sport)
Middlesbrough star Duncan Watmore may be trapped in West Brom or Burnley, with the player’s short-term expiration approaching; however, it is your idea to stay with Boro (Sky Sports).
After spending time in education with Bournemouth, former Arsenal star Jack Wilshere is now the bookie’s favourite to join the Cherries, while Rangers and Arsenal are among the other big contenders (Sky Bet).
Sheffield Wednesday, Stoke City and Coventry would be willing to give in to Jack Clarke of the Spurs, who joined Leeds United for thirteen million pounds last year, but has been used sparingly since moving to North London (Football Insider).
Manchester United could be about to launch a move for Norwich City max Aarons defense next month, which could charge about 30 million pounds. Kieran Trippier of Atletico Madrid, suspended until March, is also on his radar. (Daily Mail)