Sunderland AFC’s Championship rivals have been making headlines with various transfer news and rumors. Leeds United, in particular, has been linked to several players as they prepare for the new season.
According to reports, Leeds have identified Fulham keeper Marek Rodak as a potential replacement for Illan Meslier, who has been linked to French giants Marseille.Meslier’s possible departure has sparked a search for a new goalkeeper, and Rodak has emerged as a top target. The Slovakian keeper has made 70 league appearances for Fulham and has gained valuable experience during his loan spells.
However, Karl Darlow, Leeds’ current number two keeper, will also be vying for a starting spot.Meanwhile, Burnley is facing the possibility of losing long-serving defender Charlie Taylor, whose contract expires at the end of the week. Despite being offered a new deal, Taylor has yet to sign, and Premier League clubs like Southampton and Leeds United have shown interest in the left-back.Coventry City, on the other hand, has been tipped to make a strong bid for promotion next season.
Former footballer Carlton Palmer believes the club’s stability and ability to hold onto key players like Ben Sheaf will be crucial in their push for the play-offs.As the transfer window heats up, Sunderland AFC will be keeping a close eye on developments at their Championship rivals. With a new boss at the helm, Regis Le Bris will be looking to put his stamp on the squad and bring in quality players to bolster their chances of promotion.