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Setting the Scene At the halfway point of the 2025/26 campaign, Derby County find themselves navigating a season defined by steady progress, injury setbacks, and a growing sense that John…
The Lower Tiers understands that Lincoln City have completed the signing of centre-back Deji Elerewe from Bromley for an undisclosed fee. The 22-year-old has been a standout performer for the…
Sources have told The Lower Tiers that Bromley centre-back Deji Elerewe is set to miss tomorrow’s top-of-the-table clash against Swindon Town ahead of a move to an unnamed League One…
Ipswich Town has finalized the transfer of Bristol City forward Anis Mehmeti for a hefty fee of £3 million. The 25-year-old was able to pass his medical successfully and has…
Bristol Rovers attacker Ruel Sotiriou has this week joined Israeli side Hapoel Jerusalem FC for an undisclosed fee, making him the first of Matt Taylor’s 2024 summer spending spree players…
Derby County’s midfield has never been more intriguing. With Oscar Fraulo, Lewis Travis, David Ozoh, and Bobby Clark all pushing for starting spots, the question isn’t just who plays; it’s…
Cardiff City’s academy continues to attract attention, with Coventry City the latest club reported to have scouted Dylan Lawlor and Ronan Kpakio in recent weeks. The pair are being closely…
Leicester City are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign Ibrahim Diabate from GAIS, and the move could provide the firepower the Foxes have desperately lacked since Jamie Vardy’s…
Luton Town and Wycombe Wanderers are both looking to complete a transfer swoop on League One rivals Bolton Wanderers in the remainder of this month's transfer window. Matt Bloomfield's Oxford…
Hull City are set to boost their midfield with the loan signing of Toby Collyer from Manchester United for the remainder of the 2025‑26 season. The 22-year-old joins following a…
The Fall: Financial Chaos and Relegation There were moments in recent years when Derby County supporters feared they were watching the final chapter of their club’s story. The 2021/22 season…
Tuesday Night under the lights at Portman Road gets one of those fixtures that carries a bit of extra charge. Ipswich Town are pushing hard in the top three, Bristol…
Southampton are winless in 39 days, and are beginning to slip back into old habits. With just seven days to go until the biggest game of the season – away…
Gillingham are moving closer to strengthening their forward line, with a deal nearing completion as the club looks to add extra firepower from the SPFL for the run‑in.
