Nottingham Forest linked with Nigeria international, Hull City boss issues important message amid coronavirus lockdown - Championship gossip

With no professional football taking place until at least April 30th, following an announcement by the EFl last week, we're set for a fairly lengthy wait until the Championship makes its eagerly-awaited return.
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For now, here's all the latest news and transfer rumours from the Championship:

Leeds United owner Andrea Radrizzani has revealed that he attempted to lure Zlatan Ibrahimovic to the club in January, before the Sweden legend decided to join AC Milan instead. (Sky Sports)

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Levante are said to be pondering a move for Fulham flop Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa, after apparently learning that Villareal are unlikely to take up the option to sign their loanee permanently. (Sport Witness)

Leeds are rumoured to be plotting a summer raid for Middlesbrough defender Daniel Ayala, who could be released at the end of the campaign if he doesn't agree to a pay cut. (Northern Echo)

Reports from Turkey have suggested that Derby County are set to reignite their interest in Fenerbahce forward Ferdi Kadioglu, following reports of interest in the January transfer window. (Derby Telegraph)

Nottingham Forest have been linked with a surprise move for ex-West Brom striker Brown Ideye, who is enjoying a career resurgence in Greece with top tier side Aris. (Birmingham Mail)

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Blackburn Rovers are believed to be poised to move for Sunderland goalkeeper Jon Mclaughlin, if the Black Cats are unable to secure promotion back to the Championship this season. (HITC)

Sheffield Wednesday skipper Tom Lees has claimed he's eager for football not to resume behind closed doors, suggesting that, ideally, games won't be played until fans can safely attend matches. (Club website)

Birmingham City players earning more than £6k-per-week have agreed to take a temporary 50% pay cut, in order to allow all the club's staff to be paid in full amid the COVID-19 pandemic. (Daily Mail)

Hull City boss Grant McCann has urged supporters to follow the Government's latest coronavirus guidance, and revealed he's been impressed with his players taking responsibility for their fitness levels. (Club website)