Hull City 'open talks', Leeds United tipped to win race & Middlesbrough FC 'reject' bid - transfer news round-up
The latest transfer headlines from across Yorkshire - featuring Hull City, Leeds United, Middlesbrough and more
The summer transfer window is officially open - and clubs are wasting little time getting down to business.
There are already deals being done up and down the country against the backdrop of a rumour mill turning at pace.
Here are the latest Yorkshire transfer headlines on Monday, June 15.
Hull City open talks
Hull City are seemingly on the hunt for a new goalkeeper and have reportedly opened talks over a deal for Braga’s Lukas Hornicek.
The 23-year-old, who is currently at the World Cup as part of the Czech Republic’s goalkeeping stable, has also been linked with Leeds United.
However, the Tigers have supposedly offered £12.5m plus add-ons in an attempt to make him a Tiger.
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Leeds United tipped to win race
Leeds United are reportedly in pole position to sign experienced goalkeeper Nick Pope from Newcastle United.
The 34-year-old appears to be edging closer to the exit door at St James’ Park and Leeds have been linked alongside Hull City and Ipswich Town.
Former Everton and Aston Villa CEO Keith Wyness has told Football Insider that Elland Road is Pope’s most likely destination.
He said: “Leeds are favourites [to sign Pope], but I think they're going to have to sell [Lucas] Perri, who hasn't been a great success as well. There is interest for Ipswich, and that's close, but I do expect him to end up at Leeds.”
Middlesbrough reject bid
Everton are thought to have seen an offer of £11m plus £7m in add-ons for Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney knocked back.
The 23-year-old midfielder is a wanted man this summer and it has been suggested the Toffees will look to return to talks with Boro.
Crystal Palace have also been tipped to make a move for the highly-rated former England youth international.
Barnsley eye midfielder
League One outfit Barnsley reportedly have their eyes on free agent midfielder Ossama Ashley.
The 26-year-old is leaving officially leaving League Two side Salford City when his contract expires and is also believed to be of interest to Stockport County.
He endured an injury-plagued 2025/26 season and managed just 18 appearances in the fourth tier of English football.
Ipswich Town make decision on midfielder after Huddersfield Town loan spell
Cameron Humphreys has had his Ipswich Town contract extended by 12 months following his stint on loan at Huddersfield Town.
The 22-year-old spent the second half of last season at the Accu Stadium, making 21 League One appearances and scoring twice. He was due to see his Tractor Boys deal expire at the end of the month, but is now committed for another year.
If the Terriers do want to get Humphreys back on board, they will no longer be able to explore a free transfer deal.
York City secure signing
Newly-promoted League Two outfit York City have confirmed the return of forward Dipo Akinyemi.
The 29-year-old scored 19 goals in 69 appearances for the Minstermen between 2023 and 2025. After a year in the League of Ireland Premier Division with Derry City, the frontman has sealed a return to North Yorkshire.