Championship News

Elokobi out for the season
Wolves defender George Elokobi has been ruled out for the rest of the season due to a knee injury.

McLeish - Why Balde didn't sign
Alex McLeish says Birmingham target Bobo Balde chose not to leave Celtic 'on a matter of principle'.

Rangel commits to Swansea
Angel Rangel has committed his future to Swansea City by signing a new long-term contract.

Town rejected Walters approach
Ipswich have confirmed turning down an enquiry from a Premier League club for Jon Walters.

Blackwell targets loan signing
Sheffield United boss Kevin Blackwell hopes to sign a Premier League player on loan next week.

Crewe cool on Lunt return
Crewe Alexandra have ruled out a bid to re-sign Kenny Lunt on loan from Sheffield Wednesday.

Pearson to fight for Rams role
Stephen Pearson is determined to fight for his place at Derby as he works his way back to fitness.

Boateng on Blues radar
Birmingham are considering a loan move for Tottenham midfielder Kevin-Prince Boateng.

McCarthy wins August award
Wolves boss Mick McCarthy has been named as the Championship manager of the month for August.

Blues keen for Seb to sign
Sebastian Larsson has been urged to put pen to paper on a new five-year contract with Birmingham City.

Roeder reveals Evans request
Glenn Roeder attempted to capitalise on Robinho's shock move to Man City by asking to bring back Ched Evans.

Potter off the transfer list
Wolves midfielder Darren Potter has been taken off the transfer list at Molineux.

Madejski hits back at critics
John Madejski has told supporters not to be so quick to judge him over a perceived lack of investment.

Jones fury at Ledley bid
Cardiff City boss Dave Jones almost fell out with Tony Pulis over Stoke City's pursuit of Joe Ledley.

Blues still in the market
David Sullivan has admitted Birmingham may look to further strengthen the squad with loan deals.

Chairman eases Norwich fears
Norwich chairman Roger Munby has reassured fans there is no danger of the club going into administration.

Blues still in Balde hunt
Birmingham co-owner David Sullivan claims the club have not given up in their pursuit of Bobo Balde.

Sheard close to Owls takeover
Geoff Sheard is hopeful of concluding a deal for the control of Sheffield Wednesday in a 'matter of days'.

Robins trial for Chadwick
Nick Chadwick has joined Cheltenham on trial as the League One strugglers look to bolster their attacking options.

McGugan on the mend
Lewis McGugan expects to be back in action for Nottingham Forest inside three weeks.

Charlton beam at Zheng stay
Charlton chief executive Steve Waggott has expressed his delight at retaining the services of Zheng Zhi.

Hunt wanted Toffees switch
Stephen Hunt has expressed his disappointment at missing out on a transfer deadline day move to Everton.

Doyle focused on Royals
Kevin Doyle is keen to help Reading secure a swift return to top-flight football after missing out on a move.

Smertin wants Russian return
Alexei Smertin has stated his intent to return to Russia, following his release by Fulham.

Rovers snap up Waite
Doncaster Rovers have snapped up free agent Jamie Waite on non-contract terms.