Thursday Transfer Gossip (July 21): Hull City track rising Manchester United star | Barnsley eye Liverpool starlet | Winger nears Middlesbrough exit

Hull City are on the trail of Manchester United striker James Wilson after youngster was left out of Jose Mourinho's 25-man pre-season squad.
James Wilson (centre) was on loan at Brighton and Hove Albion last season (Photo: PA)James Wilson (centre) was on loan at Brighton and Hove Albion last season (Photo: PA)
James Wilson (centre) was on loan at Brighton and Hove Albion last season (Photo: PA)

The Tigers have reportedly expressed an interest in bringing the frontman to the KC Stadium with United likely to prefer a loan deal over a permanent move.

Wilson spent last season on loan at Brighton and Hove Albion where he found the net three times.

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After missing out on the England job, Steve Bruce has an injury crisis to face back at Hull as he prepares his squad to face Scunthorpe United on Saturday.

Michael Dawson faces a long lay-off for Hull CityMichael Dawson faces a long lay-off for Hull City
Michael Dawson faces a long lay-off for Hull City

Captain Michael Dawson faces a long lay-off while Alex Bruce, Allan McGregor and Moses Odubajo are also sidelined.

Sheffield Wednesday look set to lose Marnick Vermijl, according to the Belgium defender’s agent.

Vermijl joined Wednesday from Manchester United 18 months ago but spent last season out on loan at Preston North End, making 32 appearances.

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A return to Deepdale may well be on the cards as Vermijl’s representative Nico Vaese said the 24-year-old right-back is likely to remain in England with interest high in his services.

Adam Reach faces a battle to make Aitor Karanka's 25-man squad at MiddlesbroughAdam Reach faces a battle to make Aitor Karanka's 25-man squad at Middlesbrough
Adam Reach faces a battle to make Aitor Karanka's 25-man squad at Middlesbrough

Adam Reach could be heading out the exit door at Middlesbrough with Championship outfit Preston North End still keen on his signature.

According to reports in the Lancashire Evening Post, Preston boss Simon Grayson, who lives in North Yorkshire, maintains a strong interest in adding the winger to his squad.

Clubs are lining up for the 23-year-old and Reading, Sheffield Wednesday and Wolves are all said to have perused over him.

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Reports suggest Reach has impressed Aitor Karanka in pre-season and may yet find himself in Boro’s 25-man squad come the September 1 deadline.

Michael Dawson faces a long lay-off for Hull CityMichael Dawson faces a long lay-off for Hull City
Michael Dawson faces a long lay-off for Hull City

Barnsley are among three clubs chasing Liverpool starlet Ryan Kent, who has impressed during the Premier League club’s pre-season fixtures.

Bristol City, MK Dons and Paul Heckingbottom’s Barnsley want the talented midfielder although Jurgen Klopp is a firm believer that young stars should star at Anfield and develop together at youth level.

Meanwhile, Sheffield United have rejected a £1.2m offer from Birmingham City for Che Adams.

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The Blades are expecting at least £2m for the winger leading Birmingham to think about a player plus cash offer.

Adam Reach faces a battle to make Aitor Karanka's 25-man squad at MiddlesbroughAdam Reach faces a battle to make Aitor Karanka's 25-man squad at Middlesbrough
Adam Reach faces a battle to make Aitor Karanka's 25-man squad at Middlesbrough

Huddersfield Town offered £700,000 for the 20-year-old last week and Wigan Athletic are also reportedly interested.

Adams signed a two-year deal at Brammall Lane in November 2014 after signing from non-league Ilkeston and has gone on to score 15 goals in 54 appearances.

United have already started their search for a replacement but a bid for Bury striker Leon Clarke was described as “comical” and “embarrassing” by Bury boss David Flitcroft.