Hull City transfer saga takes fresh twist, Derby County set to battle Swansea City for in-demand striker - Championship gossip

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Former QPR boss Neil Warnock has likened the mercurial talents of Adel Taarabt to Eric Cantona, and claimed that while he wasn't always easy to manage, the midfielder was 'fantastic' for his side. (Sport Witness)

Goztepe striker Cameron Jerome has been linked with a shock return to the Championship, with Derby County said to be preparing to battle Swansea City to re-sign their former forward. (Wales Online)

Leeds United and West Brom's hopes of promotion look to have received a boost, with the Championship said to be considering a behind-closed-doors system to ensure the campaign is completed. (Football Insider)

Reading have announced heavy losses of over £40 million from the 2018/19 financial year, with spiralling player wages appearing to be a key cause of their problems. (BBC Sport)

Coventry City icon Steve Ogrizovic has urged the club to sign Bristol City's Liam Walsh on a permanent deal this summer, but fears they could miss should the Robins extend his contract. (Coventry Telegraph)

Hull City are rumoured to be unlikely to sign Peterborough United winger Marcus Maddison on a permanent deal this summer. His wage demands are said to be the key stumbling block. (Hull Daily Mail)

Swansea City's head of recruitment has revealed that the club have drawn up a 35-player shortlist ahead of the next transfer window, as they look to strengthen their side with fresh quality signings. (Wales Online)

Leeds United icon Mark Viduka has revealed that Elton John almost gave the game away by telling a packed concert of his talks with Manchester United, but emerged from the close shave unscathed. (ESPN)

Sheffield Wednesday ace Adam Reach has revealed he's eager to resume the season, and believes the atmosphere at Hillsborough will be "fantastic" once the game returns to normality. (Yorkshire Post)