QPR battle with rivals for wing-back as Sunderland told January desire

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All the latest news and transfer rumours surrounding the Championship clubs.

The Championship season will pick up pace quickly from here, with the festive period about to get going. Millwall face Blackburn Rovers this weekend as they continue their search for a manager and look to arrest their slide down the Championship table.

Meanwhile, QPR take on Preston North End at home this weekend as they look to continue their revival following a disappointing start. In the meantime, we have rounded up all the latest news and transfer rumours surrounding the Championship clubs.

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Millwall boost

Millwall could be boosted by the return of key man Shaun Hutchinson this weekend as they look to rediscover their good form. Interim boss David Livermore said: “We will have to take it day by day this week.

“He’s done his stuff with the physios, so he’ll train today. We just need to work out what the back end of his week looks like, but he should be back into contention for the weekend.”

Goppel interest

QPR are being linked with a move for SV Wehen Wiesbaden star Thijmen Goppel. According to Dutch news outlet Soccer News, the Hoops and Oxford United are interested in a move for the 27-year-old wing-back.

Though, Oxford have now sacked manager Des Buckingham. Goppel has scored two and assisted as many from full-back so far this season and his current contract is set to expire in the summer.

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Sunderland hope

Sunderland favourite Gary Owers is hoping the Black Cats can keep key players like Chris Rigg and Tommy Wantson during the January window. Speaking to safc.com Owers said: “They are all brilliant young talents. I noticed Tommy Watson scored two against Stoke and Chris Rigg was grabbing headlines last season.

“I think it’s great for the club as they’ve built a reputation for producing young players. More importantly, I think it’s great for the supporters who really associate with young players coming through. They play without any fear. Hopefully we can keep them because often at this level. Anyone that shows any signs of any talent often leaves.”

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