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      Birmingham City left it too late on deadline day as Harry McKirdy was already securing transfer from Swindon to Hibs

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      BIRMINGHAM CITY failed in a move for striker Harry McKirdy because they left it too late.The Blues were struggling to find a forward on the final day of the window and made a late attempt for McKirdy only to find out he was on his way to Scottish side Hibs from Swindon.
      McKirdy was chased by Birmingham but had already secured a deal to the Scottish Prem with HibsCredit: Alamy
      The Easter Road side chased the 25-year-old for the majority of the summer.
      They had to submit an extension on deadline day to try and get a move for the former Swindon man over the line after agreeing an undisclosed fee.
      Both the English and Scottish FA had to verify that the deal had indeed gone through in time before the deadline.
      McKirdy came off the bench in Hibs 1-0 win against Kilmarnock on Saturday.
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      Lee Johnson watched on from home after undergoing emergency gall-bladder surgery on Thursday.
      But Joe Newell provided the perfect pick-me-up for recovering Johnson as Hibs saw off Killie.
      Elsewhere, Mansfield Town are raging with Charlton for pulling the plug on a deal for Diallang Jiayasemi.
      The forward had agreed to a loan switch but the move was called off a MINUTE before the deadline.
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      And Oxford United are keen on Wigan left back Tom Pearce and waiting to move for him.
      Pearce is no longer first choice with the Latics and could be on the way out for a loan stint in the next window. More

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      Stoke boss Alex Neil plans transfer raid for Leicester keeper Daniel Iversen after failing to sign him for Sunderland

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      STOKE CITY’S new boss Alex Neil has his sights on Leicester City keeper Daniel Iversen.Neil had the great Dane at Preston on loan and wanted him at Sunderland.
      Alex Neil wants to sign Leicester keeper Daniel IversenCredit: Reuters
      But the new Stoke boss missed out in the last window when he was still at the Stadium of Light.
      However, Neil is going to push his money men to invest in Iversen.
      And he may have a chance with the player if he is stuck as second choice with the Foxes.
      Iversen, 25, has played just one game for Leicester.
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      That being the Carabao Cup triumph over Stockport last month.
      But he impressed during 18 months on loan at Preston, some of which was during Neil’s time in charge.
      Meanwhile, Dean Holden found out the hard way that football can be a hard business as he was sacked by old coaching school buddy Alex Neil.
      Holden took caretaker charge of Stoke City and won his only game but within hours he was axed.
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      That game being an excellent 1-0 win away at Blackburn.
      Ironically Holden had been on the same coaching course as Neil at the famous SFA headquarters in Largs. More

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      Blackburn plot transfer swoop for Sunderland’s Ross Stewart if in-demand Ben Brereton Diaz leaves in January window

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      BLACKBURN ROVERS will move for Sunderland’s Scottish hit man Ross Stewart if Ben Brereton Diaz leaves.Rovers looked into a move for Stewart in the last window and could offer him the kind of contract he wants.
      Blackburn Rovers are keen on Sunderland striker Ross StewartCredit: Alamy
      Rovers will move for Stewart if Ben Brereton Diaz leaves in JanuaryCredit: Getty
      Stewart’s deal is running out and new boss Tony Mowbray will be keen for him to extend his stay rather than lose a star man.
      However, Rovers are lurking.
      Everton, Fulham and Leeds missed out on Blackburn Rovers hit man Brereton Diaz when owners Venkys asked for more cash than they would pay.
      Frank Lampard was at the head of the queue for the Chile international’s signature.
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      The Toffees made an offer around £12million with extras that could have eventually reached £20 million.
      The Goodison club thought that would meet the asking price, but Blackburn’s tough negotiators said no.
      Brereton Diaz has netted four goals in eight Championship games so far this campaign.
      The 23-year-old bagged 22 in 37 games in the second tier last season.
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      Meanwhile Sunderland striker Stewart has an impressive five goals and three assists in seven Championship games this term.
      He netted 24 times in League One last season.
      And those helped fire the Black Cats to promotion. More

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      Fulham confirm season-long loan transfer from Leeds star Dan James on busy day for Marco Silva’s side

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      FULHAM have completed the loan signing of Leeds United forward Dan James after failing in a bid for Ben Brereton Diaz.Blackburn Rovers have rejected the Premier League club’s offer to sign the Chile international as they hold out for around £15million.
      Daniel James has swapped Leeds for FulhamCredit: Rex
      Ben Brereton Diaz, who scored Blackburn’s winner against Blackpool last night, was a late target for FulhamCredit: Getty
      The Cottagers, who saw Justin Kluivert’s move from Roma collapse over a work permit have moved in the nick of time to complete a deal for James.
      The former Manchester United winger was also a target for Tottenham.
      The interest from Antonio Conte’s side came as Spurs want to add another attacking option to their squad ahead of the hectic schedule this autumn.
      Games will now be coming thick and fast as the season goes into overdrive to accommodate the winter World Cup in Qatar.
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      Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag referred to this as part of the reasoning behind their signing of Antony.
      And despite not having European football, Fulham will also feel the pressure of the congested fixture list.
      With the deal for Kluivert collapsing and a move for Brereton Diaz failing, James appears to be a Premier League proven player who can come in as a quick fix.
      The Cottagers were busy on transfer deadline day as Marco Silva gets his squad ready for a hectic few months.
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      They also brought in former Chelsea and Arsenal star Willian after the Brazilian had his Corinthians contract terminated.
      PSG full-back Layvin Kurzawa and former Tottenham striker Carlos Vinicius have all moved to the Prem new-boys. More

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      Joao Pedro breaks silence on Watford future after talks with board following Everton and Newcastle transfer bids

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      JOAO PEDRO has lifted the lid on his Watford future after receiving offers from Newcastle and Everton this month.The versatile striker, 20, was a target for both sides this summer after the Hornets were relegated last season.
      Joao Pedro is staying at Watford following bids from Newcastle and EvertonCredit: Getty
      Newcastle made the first move with a £17.5million offer, which was promptly rejected.
      Eddie Howe then returned with an improved £25m bid, but that too was snubbed by Watford.
      Everton also had a £30m offer turned down as the Hornets demanded at least £35m.
      But Pedro now says he is staying put at Vicarage Road to help Watford win promotion back to the top flight.
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      He declared on social media: “I’m very happy here. I love being at Watford and I want to do more with them.
      “I spoke to the Board yesterday and I am fully committed to the club and looking forward to a successful season.
      “Let’s go Hornets.”
      Pedro has been at Watford since January 2020 after agreeing a move 18 months earlier from Fluminense.
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      The speedy attacker has 15 goals in 80 games for the Hornets, including two this term.
      As for Newcastle and Everton, both have already moved on in the transfer market.
      The Magpies eventually splashed a club-record £63m on Real Sociedad’s Alexander Isak.
      And the Toffees landed Neal Maupay from Brighton for £15m. More

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      Chelsea defender Dujon Sterling undergoing medical at Stoke ahead of loan transfer after talks with new boss Alex Neil

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      CHELSEA defender Dujon Sterling is set to have a medical at Stoke ahead of a potential loan move, according to reports.The 22-year-old has held talks with new Potters boss Alex Neil and is ready to join the club.
      Dujon Sterling played well on loan at Blackpool last seasonCredit: Getty
      Stoke have just appointed Alex Neil as their new managerCredit: Getty
      Reports from The Athletic claim a number of other clubs in England and abroad wanted to sign him but he has opted for Stoke.
      The right-back has experience in the Championship having previously been loaned out to Wigan and Blackpool in the second tier.
      Sterling has been a highly rated youngster for a number of years and was part of the England Under-19 squad that won the Euros in 2017, also making the team of the tournament.
      In Chelsea’s academy he won two FA Youth Cups and an Under-18 Premier League title.
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      Despite his talent he has made just two appearances for the Chelsea first-team, playing for a total of 15 minutes in cup matches.
      With his first-team chances blocked by the likes of Reece James and owner Todd Boehly’s heavy summer spending, another loan move is needed.
      Sterling joins a number of other youngsters to leave Stamford Bridge on loan during this transfer window.
      Ian Maatsen has joined Burnley on loan, Tino Anjorin is at Huddersfield and Levi Colwill was sent to Brighton as part of the deal that brought Marc Cucurella to the Blues.
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      Thomas Tuchel does not just want departures on deadline day with a move for Barcelona striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang close to completion.
      It would see left-back Marcos Alonso head to the Nou Camp as part of the deal.
      As for Stoke, they sit 16th in the Championship table after a slow start to the season that resulted in manager Michael O’Neill being sacked. More

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      Fulham set to rival Tottenham for Dan James after failing in £10m transfer bid for Ben Brereton Diaz

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      FULHAM are considering a loan move for Leeds United forward Dan James after failing in a bid for Ben Brereton Diaz.Blackburn Rovers have rejected the Premier League club’s offer to sign the Chile international as they hold out for around £15million.
      Daniel James is wanted by Fulham and TottenhamCredit: Rex
      Ben Brereton Diaz, who scored Blackburn’s winner against Blackpool last night, is a late target for FulhamCredit: Getty
      The Cottagers, who saw Justin Kluivert’s move from Roma collapse over a work permit, are considering another offer for Brereton Diaz but are also looking into a deal for James.
      The former Manchester United winger is also a target for Tottenham.
      The interest from Antonio Conte’s side comes as Spurs want to add another attacking option to their squad ahead of the hectic schedule this autumn.
      Games will now be coming thick and fast as the season goes into overdrive to accommodate the winter World Cup in Qatar.
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      Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag referred to this as part of the reasoning behind their signing of Antony.
      And despite not having European football, Fulham will also feel the pressure of the congested fixture list.
      With the deal for Kluivert collapsing and a move for Brereton Diaz in jeopardy, James appears to be a Premier League proven player who can come in as a quick fix.
      Leeds boss Jesse Marsch has previously not ruled out the Welshman’s departure.
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      He previously said: “I like Dan and I think he has been a big part of what we have done here before I came and since I have been here.
      “I don’t anticipate big movement in the group, but we have to see what happens.”
      However, Fulham’s pursuit of James could be eased after they signed former Chelsea and Arsenal winger Willian. More

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      Danny Rose QUITS Watford after having contract torn up with ex-Tottenham defender now a free agent

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      DANNY ROSE has sensationally QUIT Watford to become a free agent. Rose, 32, has not featured for the Hornets this season and saw his game time limited last season.
      Danny Rose has left Watford to become a free agentCredit: PA
      The club confirmed the news via a statement on their website.
      They said: “Watford FC and Danny Rose have agreed a mutual cancellation of the defender’s contract with both parties in agreement that their futures will head in different directions.
      “The Hornets thank Danny – who featured nine times last season in addition to the seven games on loan he played in 2008/09 – for his service and wish him well for his next opportunity.”
      Rose was spotted training with former club Tottenham earlier in the summer.
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      This move was understood to be upon Rose’s own request as he desperately seeked a move away from Vicarage Road.
      He did also not travel in pre-season with the Watford squad.
      Until January 2020 the left-back had carved out a strong position within the Spurs squad, before falling out with then manager Jose Mourinho.
      Rose had branded team-mates “s***” and accused Mourinho of picking favourites.
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      He was subsequently shipped out to Newcastle on loan for the remainder of that season before penning a two-year deal with Watford last summer.
      However, after just eight league appearances – with the last one coming in December – Rose and Watford have parted ways. More