Championship news: Leeds striker signing, Aston Villa deal close, Sunderland talks

Championship news: Leeds striker signing, Aston Villa deal close, Sunderland talks

Leeds sign Sam Dalby

Leeds have signed striker Sam Dalby from Leyton Orient.

The 18-year-old has put pen to paper on a contract until the summer of 2020. 

He will link up with the club’s Under-23 team.

Leeds’ director of football Victor Orta said: “We are pleased to welcome Sam to Leeds United, we believe that he can be an important player for the future.”

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Aston Villa deal for Manchester United ace close

Aston Villa are on the brink of signing defender Axel Tuanzebe from Manchester United.

The 20-year-old, who can also play in midfield, is set to join the Championship promotion hopefuls on loan until the end of the season.

A host of clubs have expressed an interested in Tuanzebe but the Daily Mail claim Steve Bruce’s input sealed the deal.

Villa hope to have the transfer tied up by the weekend. 

Sunderland in talks with Wolves

Sunderland are in talks with Wolves for winger Ben Marshall.

The Black Cats fancy the 26-year-old on a loan deal but Sky Sports claim Wolves want a permanent arrangement.

Marshall has not featured for the Championship leaders since November. 

He has featured just nine times this season.