Luton Town could sign key target on free transfer this summer, Derby County to miss out on Ligue 1 ace
Luton Town's three-match unbeaten run ended abruptly last weekend, when high-flying Norwich City powered to a 3-0 win over the Hatters at Carrow Road.
Speaking after the defeat, which saw Luton slip one place to 14th in the table, manager Nathan Jones admitted: “We were beaten by a very, very good side, they’re an outstanding side, the best side in the league, and they've shown that today.“We started very well, two early chances were the best chances of the game, we needed to take that and they were just clinical when they got opportunities.
“They're a very difficult side to play against, they have a real brave structure, we tried to come here and press them but it was difficult. They are a very good side, we were beaten today by the best side in the league.”
Next up, the Hatters take on Swansea City at Kenilworth Road this Saturday lunchtime, and will be out for revenge after losing the reverse fixtures 2-0 back in December last year.
Luton are currently well clear of the relegation zone, but will be keen to rack up some more points over the coming weeks, as they look to cruise to a comfortable mid-table finish.
Here are today's biggest transfer stories and the latest team news involving Luton Town and the rest of the Championship, as the fall-out and reaction from the weekend's action continues:
1. Forest's forgotten man could return to Scandinavia
Nottingham Forest midfielder Fouad Bachirou is believed to be on Norwegian side Rosenborg's radar. He signed for the club last summer, but has barely featured for the side due to injury problems. (The Athletic)
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2. Hornets ace closes in on return
Watford ace Tom Dele-Bashiru has revealed he could return before the end of the season, as he steps up his recovery from surgery on an ACL injury, and admitted breaking back into their in-form midfield could prove a tough test. (Club website)
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3. Magpies could rivals Leeds for Cantwell
Newcastle United could make an audacious move for Norwich City's Todd Cantwell this summer, should they avoid relegation. Leeds United are keen on the player, but were previously put off by the reported £25m asking price. (Football League World)
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4. Championship 2021/22 start date revealed
The EFL have revealed that the 2021/22 Championship season will commence on August 6th. The second-tier's play-off Finals will be held at Wembley Stadium over the course of the last weekend in May. (BBC Sport)
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