Amina UmarChampionship Roundup: QPR Face Competition for Winger, Leeds United Dealt £11m BlowThe summer transfer window is heating up, and Championship clubs are making moves to strengthen their squads. In this roundup, we’ll take a look at the latest news and rumors from QPR, Watford, Leeds United, and more.QPR Face Competition for WingerQPR are interested in signing Beerschot winger Thibaud Verlinden, but they’ll have to fend off competition from Bundesliga.2 side Nürnberg, Schalke, and Royale Union Saint-Gilloise. Verlinden, 24, has been impressing in the Belgian league, scoring 10 goals and providing five assists last season.
He has previous Championship experience, having started his career at Stoke City and spending time on loan at Bolton Wanderers.The player is available for around €500,000 (£427,000), and QPR will have to act fast if they want to secure his signature. Verlinden’s versatility to play on either flank makes him an attractive option for the R’s, who are looking to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.Premier League Interest in Watford HotshotWatford winger Yaser Asprilla is attracting interest from Premier League clubs Manchester United and Brighton, as well as several European teams.
The 20-year-old hotshot has been impressing in the Championship, scoring six goals and providing seven assists last season. Watford are holding out for £30 million for Asprilla, who was named Young Player of the Season.Asprilla’s impressive form has caught the attention of several top clubs, and it’s likely that he’ll be on the move this summer. Watford will be keen to hold onto their young star, but the lure of Premier League football and a big-money move may be too tempting to resist.Leeds United Dealt £11m BlowLeeds United have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Tottenham Hotspur defender Joe Rodon. The player impressed on loan at Leeds last season, and the Whites were keen to sign him permanently.
However, Ipswich Town have entered the race for Rodon’s signature, and it’s likely that they’ll offer a significant sum to secure his services.Rodon joined Spurs for £11 million in 2020, and Leeds United will have to match that price tag if they want to bring him back to Elland Road. Fenerbahce are also interested in the player, and it’s shaping up to be a fierce battle for his signature.In other news, QPR have activated an extension clause in the contract of talented young striker Sinclair Armstrong.
The 20-year-old has been impressing for the R’s, and the club are keen to keep him at Loftus Road for the long term.Overall, it’s shaping up to be a busy summer transfer window in the Championship. With clubs looking to strengthen their squads and players looking for new challenges, there are sure to be plenty of twists and turns in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for all the latest news and rumors from the Championship.
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