Millwall trio recognised as Cardiff City 'approach' club over midfielder deal

The international break has now taken hold, but we can now look forward to the return of the Championship thanks to some much-needed confidence boosts from our second tier London clubs. Both Millwall and QPR are off the mark as far as the wins column is concerned, boasting four and five points respectively.

Millwall face Luton Town on the other side of the break, while QPR will take on Sheffield Wednesday. In the meantime, we have rounded up all the latest news and transfer rumours surrounding the Championship.

Millwall trio recognised

Three Millwall players have made the WhoScored team of the week following the comfortable win over Sheffield Wednesday. Casper De Norre (8.1), Jake Cooper (8.1) and Josh Coburn (7.9) all make the cut after bright displays.

Coburn found the net on his debut, while De Norre assisted Cooper for the last of the goals. Viktor Johansson, Anfernee Disjksteel, Junior Firpo, Mat Clarke, Million Manhoef, David Ozoh and Finn Azeez also made the cut according to the WhoScored ratings.

Cardiff eye Orlando star

Cardiff City are said to be considering a deal for Thalente Mbatha, who currently plays for South African side Orlando Pirates. Soccer Laduma report that Cardiff have already enquired about the 24-year-old midfielder despite the fact he only jointed the Pirates in January.

Sources told Soccer Laduma: "Yes, the club from England interested in Thalente (Mbatha) is Cardiff City. They have shown interest, and now it’s all about following the right procedures when you are interested in a player or you want a player. Apparently their scouts were there in Spain during the off-season. And they have followed up his progress in the few games so far this season, and they are impressed. All Pirates are believed to be waiting for an official approach from Cardiff City.”

Boro sweat on Finch

Middlesbrough are said to be sweating over young talent Sonny Finch, who is currently on loan with MK Dons. Finch suffered what appeared to be a serious injury in his League Two debut with MK Dons.

“He's in a lot of pain,” MK Dons boss Mike Williamson has said. “It's really disappointing. He's come in, he's only had one day to train. He's got a lot of pace, he's clinical and he was getting chances. But he took a nasty hit, so we'll have to monitor him.”