Who could be on the move?
THE English football season has wrapped up, and that means it’s transfer speculation time.
Clubs across the country are pondering their summer moves. Although the transfer window officially opens on June 14th, talks are already underway for several potential deals. So, who among Cymrus’ national squad might be on the move?
GOALKEEPERS
Wales’ top goalkeepers have had limited playtime lately. Danny Ward, despite rumours of leaving Leicester City after their Premier League relegation last summer, stayed on as a squad player at the King Power Stadium in the 2023-24 season. With a year left on his Leicester contract, will he stick around for their return to the top flight? Wayne Hennessey, without a minute of senior club football last season, is seeking new opportunities. His Nottingham Forest contract ends this summer, making him one of three senior players released by the club. Adam Davies at Sheffield United and Tom King at Wolves face uncertain futures, though King has secured a new long-term deal.
DEFENDERS
There’s talk of Ben Davies leaving Tottenham Hotspur this summer. Despite his long tenure and over 300 appearances, he’s not been a regular this season. With just a year left on his contract, a move could be on the cards. Joe Rodon, also with a year left at Spurs, might make a permanent move to Leeds United after a successful loan spell, depending on Leeds’ promotion chances. Connor Roberts returns to Burnley after his Leeds loan, still with a year left on his contract. Chris Mepham at Bournemouth, Ben Cabango at Swansea, and Morgan Fox at QPR are all nearing contract ends. Joe Low, at Wycombe, was a target for Blackpool in January.
MIDFIELDERS
Jordan James attracted interest from Serie A clubs in January, and Crystal Palace and Leicester are now linked. With a year left on his Birmingham City contract, a move could be likely after their relegation. Ethan Ampadu’s name pops up often, especially if Leeds doesn’t make it to the Premier League. Fans have long seen him as top-flight material. Joe Morrell might move after Portsmouth’s promotion from League One.
FORWARDS
Kieffer Moore shone at Ipswich Town, helping them to Premier League promotion. But as he returns to Bournemouth with a year left on his contract, his future is uncertain. Other forwards like Brennan Johnson, Daniel James, and Nathan Broadhead seem settled with their clubs. Liam Cullen at Swansea and Tom Bradshaw at Millwall recently had their contracts extended until next summer.