Middlesbrough could see transfer targets poached by divisional rivals, ex- Premier League ace reveals Celtic interest - Championship gossip

For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.

Charlton Athletic midfielder Darren Pratley has urged his teammates to stay off social media, and instead stay fully focused on the season returning ahead of a tough relegation battle. (London News Online)

West Brom striker Charlie Austin has admitted that he harbours ambitions to play in Scotland, and that he came close to joining Celtic during his time with Southampton. (Herald)

Derby County-linked midfielder Ferdi Kadioglu is said to be attracting attention from elsewhere, with Dutch side AZ Alkmaar rumoured to be plotting a move for the Fenerbahce ace. (Derby Telegraph)

Reading manager Mark Bowen is set to defer a hefty portion of his wages in order to assist the club, as they continue to struggle with the financial implications of the COVID-19 lockdown. (BBC Sport)

Ex-Sheffield Wednesday boss Brian Laws has branded extending Steven Fletcher's deal as a "no-brainer", as the club press on with attempts to keep the Scotland striker at Hillsborough. (The Star)

Middlesbrough could see their hopes of signing Aberdeen striker Sam Cosgrove scuppered, as Stoke City are now said to be taking a close look at the 23-year-old. (Gazette)

Noel Whelan has claimed Leeds United would be taking a risk in making Jean-Kevin Augustin their record signing, but maintains he could yet prove to be a "real gem". (Football Insider)

Swansea City are rumoured to have failed in their attempts to convince their top earners to take pay cuts amid the COVID-19 lockdown, but should succeed in agreeing 20% wage deferrals instead. (Wales Online)

Ex-Leeds United flop Caleb Ekuban is said to be on the radar of Brighton & Hove Albion, Rangers and Celtic. He could be sold by Trabzonspor for around £9m. (Sport Witness)