Jamie Ward

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Head of Writing at The Real EFL

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Leeds United Make Transfer Decision After Key Departures

Aug 9, 2024 | therealefl.co.uk | Jamie Ward

Leeds United remain steadfast in their £25 million valuation of Wilfried Gnonto as Everton once again show interest in the Italian, according to Football Insider. The Whites are gearing up for their second season in the Championship after losing in the play-off final against Southampton in May. Manager Daniel Farke knows that this is a make-or-break campaign for his team and they head into the season as one of the favourites to lift the title.
Leeds United ‘Getting Closer’ To Meeting Club’s Valuation

Aug 8, 2024 | therealefl.co.uk | Jamie Ward

Leeds United are ‘getting closer’ to meeting Norwich City‘s valuation of Jon Rowe as they step up their interest in the winger, according to Sky Sports. Daniel Farke is targeting a like-for-like replacement for last season’s top scorer Crysencio Summerville. The Dutchman departed Elland Road last week for West Ham United in a deal in excess of £25 million. This has left the squad with a gaping hole on the left side of the attack.
Lincoln City Boss Addresses Potential Player Reunion

Aug 6, 2024 | therealefl.co.uk | Jamie Ward

Lincoln City head coach Michael Skubala has addressed an unlikely return for striker Joe Taylor amid rumours linking him with a move to Huddersfield Town. After excelling on loan during the first half of last season with Colchester United, the 21-year-old was recalled by parent club Luton Town in January. A move to Lincoln followed, with the Hatters keen to see how the attacker would fare in League One. His time at the Imps was a resounding success.
Blackburn Rovers Dig Heels In As Ipswich Town Talks Continue

Aug 3, 2024 | therealefl.co.uk | Jamie Ward

Blackburn Rovers have rejected yet another bid from Ipswich Town for talisman Sammie Szmodics, according to TWTD. The Tractor Boys are desperate to secure the services of the 28-year-old before the start of the new season. Kieran McKenna has identified the attacking midfielder as a vital component for his squad as he prepares to embark on Premier League football. Understandably, Blackburn are reluctant to lose their star man.
Bolton Wanderers Boss Aims Subtle Dig At League One Rivals

Aug 2, 2024 | therealefl.co.uk | Jamie Ward

Bolton Wanderers manager Ian Evatt has seemingly taken a subtle dig at League One promotion rivals Birmingham City after their summer of heavy spending. The Blues are aiming to make their stay in League One a short one following their relegation from the Championship last season. They mean serious business, having spent well over £10 million thus far on strengthening their squad.
Premier League Giants To Swoop For Burnley Star

Aug 1, 2024 | therealefl.co.uk | Jamie Ward

Manchester United have added Burnley midfielder Sander Berge to their list of transfer targets, according to The Transfers Podcast. The Red Devils are keen to strengthen their central options before the start of the new season as they look for a long-term partner for England international Kobbie Mainoo. Erik ten Hag has set his sights on Paris Saint-Germain’s Manuel Ugarte, but alternatives are being targeted in case a deal cannot be struck with the French champions. This is where Berge comes in.
Update Emerges On £1.6 Million Derby County Transfer

Jul 31, 2024 | therealefl.co.uk | Jamie Ward

Derby County are set to announce the signing of goalkeeper Jacob Widell Zetterström for an initial fee of £1.6 million, according to Swedish media outlet Fotboll Direkt. The Rams have been linked to the 26-year-old for a number of weeks now. It is no secret that Paul Warne has been on the hunt for another shot stopper following Joe Wildsmith’s move to West Bromwich Albion earlier this month.
Luton Town In Talks Over European Transfer

Jul 30, 2024 | therealefl.co.uk | Jamie Ward

Turkish outfit Alanyaspor have entered into talks with Luton Town over the possible transfer of Andros Townsend, according to journalist Resat Can Ozbudak. Having missed the entirety of the 2022/23 campaign through injury, the 33-year-old found himself without a club following his release from Everton. He initially joined Burnley on trial, where he was offered a permanent contract. However, the move fell through, and the winger started last season without a club.
The Real EFL Predicts The Final 2024/25 League Two Table

Jul 29, 2024 | therealefl.co.uk | Jamie Ward

Just two weeks remain before the new League Two season kicks off, filling supporters with anticipation of what may lie ahead. We challenged our writers to have a go at predicting the final table. Who do we think will be celebrating come May? The fourth tier of English football consistently throws up surprises. More often than not, those that have come up from the National League tend to be just as competitive in the EFL.
Charlton Athletic Make Free Agent Decision

Jul 28, 2024 | therealefl.co.uk | Jamie Ward

Midfielder Teddy Bishop is no longer training with Charlton Athletic after spending the last few weeks on trial with the club, according to journalist Richard Cawley. The 28-year-old has been without a club since departing Lincoln City at the end of last season.