2025 Summer Transfer Thread. 😂

[Mercer]

On 28/07/2025 at 09:31, Mercer said:

Well, I am told Brittain will be gone this week and atm, Derby are leading the way.

We shall see.

 

21 hours ago, Mercer said:

Middlesbrough have made two signings now - Alfie Jones from Hull for a fee which could reach £3million with add ons and Abdoulaye Kante (defensive midfielder) from Troyes for a fee reported at less than £2million.

Clearly, reinvesting the Hackney money.

Will they now deliver a knockout bid for Brittain to thwart Eustace and Derby.

 

1 hour ago, RoversClitheroe said:

As mentioned by Mercer.

Terrible.

Duru and Ryan to step up.

I personally liked the look of Duru, but seems he had bad luck with injuries last season?

 

1 hour ago, roversfan99 said:

Im pretty sure that Mercer said Derby.

I did say when posting about this on Monday "and atm, Derby are leading the way".

Clearly, the sale of Hackney has given Middlesbrough further financial clout - don't think Derby can be ruled out just yet and much will depend on where Brittain fancies going the most.

Understand Rovers have fielded enquiries for Travis this summer and the pot has now started to simmer!

[bluebruce]

Just noticed that Swindon have signed non-league goalscoring phenomenon Jake Tabor, and feel a bit like an opportunity may have been missed (by a lot of teams tbf). Yes he's been playing in the 9th tier I believe, but if he manages even half as many goals (127 goals in his last 91 games) he's probably costing upwards of a million by the end of the season, as he's just turning 22. Swindon have probably paid buttons. He apparently also broke the record on Holloway's fitness test he's been using all his managerial career, whilst on trial, having been using non league facilities til now. Could be the next Jamie Vardy type. In fact from what I can tell it's considerably more goals than Vardy was scoring at the same age just one or two tiers higher.

With a nominal fee, surely would have been a better bet than targeting no striker at all. Even if it didn't work out by January a decent loan wouldn't have been too hard to secure.

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Get the money from Brittain, bang it on a decent goal scorer. 

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1 minute ago, bluebruce said:

Just noticed that Swindon have signed non-league goalscoring phenomenon Jake Tabor, and feel a bit like an opportunity may have been missed (by a lot of teams tbf). Yes he's been playing in the 9th tier I believe, but if he manages even half as many goals (127 goals in his last 91 games) he's probably costing upwards of a million by the end of the season, as he's just turning 22. Swindon have probably paid buttons. He apparently also broke the record on Holloway's fitness test he's been using all his managerial career, whilst on trial, having been using non league facilities til now. Could be the next Jamie Vardy type. In fact from what I can tell it's considerably more goals than Vardy was scoring at the same age just one or two tiers higher.

With a nominal fee, surely would have been a better bet than targeting no striker at all. Even if it didn't work out by January a decent loan wouldn't have been too hard to secure.

That's all well and good, but has he ever played in a Belgian league? 

[KentExile]

3 minutes ago, bluebruce said:

Just noticed that Swindon have signed non-league goalscoring phenomenon Jake Tabor, and feel a bit like an opportunity may have been missed (by a lot of teams tbf). Yes he's been playing in the 9th tier I believe, but if he manages even half as many goals (127 goals in his last 91 games) he's probably costing upwards of a million by the end of the season, as he's just turning 22. Swindon have probably paid buttons. He apparently also broke the record on Holloway's fitness test he's been using all his managerial career, whilst on trial, having been using non league facilities til now. Could be the next Jamie Vardy type. In fact from what I can tell it's considerably more goals than Vardy was scoring at the same age just one or two tiers higher.

With a nominal fee, surely would have been a better bet than targeting no striker at all. Even if it didn't work out by January a decent loan wouldn't have been too hard to secure.

Even if le was bought and then loaned out  to League 2 for 6/12 months, to bridge the jump in divisions it would make sense

Edited 21 hours ago by KentExile

[Mercer]

6 hours ago, Mercer said:

Come on Chaddy - at least 6 of the 8 I mentioned were reported in the LT !!!  Also stated Rovers were apart on valuations - no surprise there.

Again, you are trying to defend the indefensible - get your head out of the sand lad!

 

5 hours ago, chaddyrovers said:

Means nothing Mercer. Links or mentions square root of nothing. We know we bid for Kapuadi and Badarji rest we don't. 

 

Sadly Chaddy, I think you live in a world of delusion and self denial.

Posters on this MB have quoted your biblical mate Nicko about Rovers bids etc and the following is an extract from the LT in June:

There have been efforts to make a breakthrough on the defensive front. Modibo Sagnan was an early target and there was strong optimism that transfer would happen. Sadly, no progress was made, as is the case with Mickael Nade, another defender on Blackburn Rovers' list.

[davulsukur]

9 minutes ago, Mercer said:

 

 

 

I did say when posting about this on Monday "and atm, Derby are leading the way".

Clearly, the sale of Hackney has given Middlesbrough further financial clout - don't think Derby can be ruled out just yet and much will depend on where Brittain fancies going the most.

Understand Rovers have fielded enquiries for Travis this summer and the pot has now started to simmer!

I think if he was off to Derby, he would have gone by now. 

Seems he really wants the Boro move and has held out, even returning to Preseason for the last few weeks, in hope that it happens. He must have had encouraging talks with Boro that they would push a deal through if he sat tight.

[wilsdenrover]

32 minutes ago, joey_big_nose said:

Fantastic - thank you. One thing that is a bit weird about this table is Ipswich are 6th on it despite just being promoted from League One. I didn't realise they were spending so hugely. Surprised we are outspending QPR given they are a London club.

What is Impairment?

Impairment is a method companies can use to reduce the value of an asset where they deem (through ‘circumstances’) the figure in the accounts to now be inaccurate.

 

 

 

Edited 21 hours ago by wilsdenrover

[bluebruce]

5 minutes ago, KentExile said:

Even if le was bought and then loaned out  to League 2 for 6/12 months, to bridge the jump in divisions it would make sense

Exactly what I had been thinking, or loan out Leonard meanwhile and perhaps swap the loanee roles in Jan if Tabor didn't work out and Leonard's loan did. At the low investment it would have been worth a punt methinks. Surprised with our budget we weren't sniffing. Ah well. Be interesting to see if his career kicks on from here.

[G Somerset Rover]

9 minutes ago, ... said:

Get the money from Brittain, bang it on a decent goal scorer. 

That, my friend, is absolute fantasty land under our owners. This relentless operation downgrade is going to bite us on the arse sooner or later. I thought it’d be last season but looks like I was a year too early with my prediction.

Edited 21 hours ago by G Somerset Rover

[KentExile]

https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/sport/25355831.blackburn-rovers-blow-middlesbrough-return-brittain/

 

Middlesbrough are advancing in talks to sign Blackburn Rovers star Callum Brittain with a growing expectation that a deal will be struck, The Lancashire Telegraph understands.

The Teessiders, along with Derby County, saw a bid knocked back three weeks ago, which led to Brittain refusing to play against Accrington Stanley.

However, Brittain has reintegrated into the squad since and featured in the last three pre-season friendlies against Everton, Qatar SC and Elche. He was in with the group as expected on Wednesday for training and an internal media day, whilst Thursday is a routine day off for the players before they travel to Holland.

Rovers have been insistent that Brittain will not leave unless their valuation is met. Whilst Boro's interest had cooled, they have now stepped up talks this week with an agreement growing closer, as reported first by journalist Pete O'Rourke.

Brittain's departure would be a major blow to Rovers, just more than a week out from the season opener at West Brom. Though they have immediate cover in the form of Ryan Alebiosu and Kristi Montgomery, fans would expect to see a more experienced and proven right-back at the level to replace Brittain.

The Lancashire Telegraph understands that Rovers have compiled a list of potential replacements for those players who could leave this summer. That is standard at any club and it's important that Blackburn have contingency plans throughout the squad.

Cody Drameh was a player that Rovers enquired about earlier in the transfer window but he is not thought to be an active target. The club did not progress with talks after that first contact and aren't expected to.

In terms of arrivals, The LT understands Rovers haven't made an offer to sign Saudi Arabian winger Marwan Al-Sahafi. The 21-year-old's name has been constantly mentioned in reports linking him with a move to Ewood Park. Al-Sahafi was a player Blackburn Rovers discussed in May, but nothing advanced, as reported at the time.

The forward was then spotted in Manchester last month, further fuelling the expectation he could be a Rovers player. However, that had nothing to do with a potential move to Blackburn and it's unknown why he was in the UK.

Rovers have not held any discussions or progressed with a deal for Al-Sahafi since initial enquiries were made in May.

Similarly, the club are not pursuing a deal for young Manchester City centre-back, Max Alleyne. Rovers' had reportedly made an enquiry this week but he is not thought to be someone on their radar. Watford are reportedly the frontrunners for his signature.

As reported, right-wing and attacking midfield are priorities. The club have not ruled out additions in the loan market but would prefer to sign players permanently in a bid to develop assets. There is no further development on a deal to sign Moussa Baradji from Yverdon Sport FC

Rovers are looking at potential centre-back options after Hayden Carter's injury. Scott Wharton also has to be managed and so Valerien Ismael has admitted that another defender could arrive.

Edited 21 hours ago by KentExile

[bluebruce]

4 minutes ago, wilsdenrover said:

Impairment is a method companies can use to reduce the value of an asset where they deem (through ‘circumstances’) the figure in the accounts to now be inaccurate.

An example in football would be a player experiencing a serious injury from which they  didn’t/or weren’t expected to return to their former level of performance.

 

 

What does that achieve? Does it not make the balance sheet look weaker to banks for loans, with less assets relative to debts? Or is it designed to create a 'loss' and reduce tax bills?

[bluebruce]

1 minute ago, KentExile said:

https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/sport/25355831.blackburn-rovers-blow-middlesbrough-return-brittain/

 

Middlesbrough are advancing in talks to sign Blackburn Rovers star Callum Brittain with a growing expectation that a deal will be struck, The Lancashire Telegraph understands.

The Teessiders, along with Derby County, saw a bid knocked back three weeks ago, which led to Brittain refusing to play against Accrington Stanley.

However, Brittain has reintegrated into the squad since and featured in the last three pre-season friendlies against Everton, Qatar SC and Elche. He was in with the group as expected on Wednesday for training and an internal media day, whilst Thursday is a routine day off for the players before they travel to Holland.

Rovers have been insistent that Brittain will not leave unless their valuation is met. Whilst Boro's interest had cooled, they have now stepped up talks this week with an agreement growing closer, as reported first by journalist Pete O'Rourke.

Brittain's departure would be a major blow to Rovers, just more than a week out from the season opener at West Brom. Though they have immediate cover in the form of Ryan Alebiosu and Kristi Montgomery, fans would expect to see a more experienced and proven right-back at the level to replace Brittain.

The Lancashire Telegraph understands that Rovers have compiled a list of potential replacements for those players who could leave this summer. That is standard at any club and it's important that Blackburn have contingency plans throughout the squad.

Cody Drameh was a player that Rovers enquired about earlier in the transfer window but he is not thought to be an active target. The club did not progress with talks after that first contact and aren't expected to.

In terms of arrivals, The LT understands Rovers haven't made an offer to sign Saudi Arabian winger Marwan Al-Sahafi. The 21-year-old's name has been constantly mentioned in reports linking him with a move to Ewood Park. Al-Sahafi was a player Blackburn Rovers discussed in May, but nothing advanced, as reported at the time.

The forward was then spotted in Manchester last month, further fuelling the expectation he could be a Rovers player. However, that had nothing to do with a potential move to Blackburn and it's unknown why he was in the UK.

Rovers have not held any discussions or progressed with a deal for Al-Sahafi since initial enquiries were made in May.

Similarly, the club are not pursuing a deal for young Manchester City centre-back, Max Alleyne. Rovers' had reportedly made an enquiry this week but he is not thought to be someone on their radar. Watford are reportedly the frontrunners for his signature.

As reported, right-wing and attacking midfield are priorities. The club have not ruled out additions in the loan market but would prefer to sign players permanently in a bid to develop assets. There is no further development on a deal to sign Moussa Baradji from Yverdon Sport FC

Rovers are looking at potential centre-back options after Hayden Carter's injury. Scott Wharton also has to be managed and so Valerien Ismael has admitted that another defender could arrive.

I was about to post this. To summarise, Brittain on the way out, Drameh not likely to be in our budget, and basically nobody we have been linked with lately looks like coming. Another CB only seen as a 'maybe', whereas personally I consider it a must, as we were already looking for one before we did the Batth out McCloughlin in move, and before Carter's fresh injury. Doesn't make for joyous reading.

[BankEnd Rover]

3 minutes ago, KentExile said:

https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/sport/25355831.blackburn-rovers-blow-middlesbrough-return-brittain/

 

Middlesbrough are advancing in talks to sign Blackburn Rovers star Callum Brittain with a growing expectation that a deal will be struck, The Lancashire Telegraph understands.

The Teessiders, along with Derby County, saw a bid knocked back three weeks ago, which led to Brittain refusing to play against Accrington Stanley.

However, Brittain has reintegrated into the squad since and featured in the last three pre-season friendlies against Everton, Qatar SC and Elche. He was in with the group as expected on Wednesday for training and an internal media day, whilst Thursday is a routine day off for the players before they travel to Holland.

Rovers have been insistent that Brittain will not leave unless their valuation is met. Whilst Boro's interest had cooled, they have now stepped up talks this week with an agreement growing closer, as reported first by journalist Pete O'Rourke.

Brittain's departure would be a major blow to Rovers, just more than a week out from the season opener at West Brom. Though they have immediate cover in the form of Ryan Alebiosu and Kristi Montgomery, fans would expect to see a more experienced and proven right-back at the level to replace Brittain.

The Lancashire Telegraph understands that Rovers have compiled a list of potential replacements for those players who could leave this summer. That is standard at any club and it's important that Blackburn have contingency plans throughout the squad.

Cody Drameh was a player that Rovers enquired about earlier in the transfer window but he is not thought to be an active target. The club did not progress with talks after that first contact and aren't expected to.

In terms of arrivals, The LT understands Rovers haven't made an offer to sign Saudi Arabian winger Marwan Al-Sahafi. The 21-year-old's name has been constantly mentioned in reports linking him with a move to Ewood Park. Al-Sahafi was a player Blackburn Rovers discussed in May, but nothing advanced, as reported at the time.

The forward was then spotted in Manchester last month, further fuelling the expectation he could be a Rovers player. However, that had nothing to do with a potential move to Blackburn and it's unknown why he was in the UK.

Rovers have not held any discussions or progressed with a deal for Al-Sahafi since initial enquiries were made in May.

Similarly, the club are not pursuing a deal for young Manchester City centre-back, Max Alleyne. Rovers' had reportedly made an enquiry this week but he is not thought to be someone on their radar. Watford are reportedly the frontrunners for his signature.

As reported, right-wing and attacking midfield are priorities. The club have not ruled out additions in the loan market but would prefer to sign players permanently in a bid to develop assets. There is no further development on a deal to sign Moussa Baradji from Yverdon Sport FC

Rovers are looking at potential centre-back options after Hayden Carter's injury. Scott Wharton also has to be managed and so Valerien Ismael has admitted that another defender could arrive.

Grim reading that.
 

I'm sure we've got players lined up but of what quality they are and how quickly we get them done is an unknown! 

[Ghost7]

Can we get a laughter emoji alongside the thumbs up option. There's too much to laugh at at this club and forum needs a bit of it!

[wilsdenrover]

I’m very much enjoying the ‘links mean nothing’ defence from one of the forums most prolific poster of links. 

[roverandout]

10 minutes ago, KentExile said:

https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/sport/25355831.blackburn-rovers-blow-middlesbrough-return-brittain/

 

Middlesbrough are advancing in talks to sign Blackburn Rovers star Callum Brittain with a growing expectation that a deal will be struck, The Lancashire Telegraph understands.

The Teessiders, along with Derby County, saw a bid knocked back three weeks ago, which led to Brittain refusing to play against Accrington Stanley.

However, Brittain has reintegrated into the squad since and featured in the last three pre-season friendlies against Everton, Qatar SC and Elche. He was in with the group as expected on Wednesday for training and an internal media day, whilst Thursday is a routine day off for the players before they travel to Holland.

Rovers have been insistent that Brittain will not leave unless their valuation is met. Whilst Boro's interest had cooled, they have now stepped up talks this week with an agreement growing closer, as reported first by journalist Pete O'Rourke.

Brittain's departure would be a major blow to Rovers, just more than a week out from the season opener at West Brom. Though they have immediate cover in the form of Ryan Alebiosu and Kristi Montgomery, fans would expect to see a more experienced and proven right-back at the level to replace Brittain.

The Lancashire Telegraph understands that Rovers have compiled a list of potential replacements for those players who could leave this summer. That is standard at any club and it's important that Blackburn have contingency plans throughout the squad.

Cody Drameh was a player that Rovers enquired about earlier in the transfer window but he is not thought to be an active target. The club did not progress with talks after that first contact and aren't expected to.

In terms of arrivals, The LT understands Rovers haven't made an offer to sign Saudi Arabian winger Marwan Al-Sahafi. The 21-year-old's name has been constantly mentioned in reports linking him with a move to Ewood Park. Al-Sahafi was a player Blackburn Rovers discussed in May, but nothing advanced, as reported at the time.

The forward was then spotted in Manchester last month, further fuelling the expectation he could be a Rovers player. However, that had nothing to do with a potential move to Blackburn and it's unknown why he was in the UK.

Rovers have not held any discussions or progressed with a deal for Al-Sahafi since initial enquiries were made in May.

Similarly, the club are not pursuing a deal for young Manchester City centre-back, Max Alleyne. Rovers' had reportedly made an enquiry this week but he is not thought to be someone on their radar. Watford are reportedly the frontrunners for his signature.

As reported, right-wing and attacking midfield are priorities. The club have not ruled out additions in the loan market but would prefer to sign players permanently in a bid to develop assets. There is no further development on a deal to sign Moussa Baradji from Yverdon Sport FC

Rovers are looking at potential centre-back options after Hayden Carter's injury. Scott Wharton also has to be managed and so Valerien Ismael has admitted that another defender could arrive.

It's all not pursuing a deal. Haven't made an offer. That typifies rovers

[BankEnd Rover]

To be fair, how many players have we signed over the years that we've been "linked" with.

 

[wilsdenrover]

14 minutes ago, bluebruce said:

What does that achieve? Does it not make the balance sheet look weaker to banks for loans, with less assets relative to debts? Or is it designed to create a 'loss' and reduce tax bills?

Officially it is to make the accounts more accurate.

Of course the reduction of profit/creation of a loss could prove to be handy…

[BankEnd Rover]

For the club to turn this window around, we need to make both RW and CM signings permanent (with substantial fees) and contract renewals for either Travis and Tronstad...Wake me up please. 

[Mercer]

26 minutes ago, davulsukur said:

I think if he was off to Derby, he would have gone by now. 

Seems he really wants the Boro move and has held out, even returning to Preseason for the last few weeks, in hope that it happens. He must have had encouraging talks with Boro that they would push a deal through if he sat tight.

Not if Derby don't stump up a deal acceptable to Rovers.  Would be amazed if Brittain and Eustace haven't had a tete-a-tete!

Don't think it's a case of 'holding out' - can't do anything unless a club comes up with a deal Rovers prepared to accept.

[JHRover]

Some of us knew that the club's priority this summer was to (a) slash the wage bill further and (b) sell a few assets for decent cash to pay the bills.

We've done the first, and now with a month to go are on to the second. The only other question now is whether they succumb to temptation and cash in on Trav/Tron as well. Probably another £5 million to liquidate there if they really want it.

[Trinidad Rover]

Bleak.

[RevidgeBlue]

12 minutes ago, Mercer said:

Not if Derby don't stump up a deal acceptable to Rovers.  Would be amazed if Brittain and Eustace haven't had a tete-a-tete!

Don't think it's a case of 'holding out' - can't do anything unless a club comes up with a deal Rovers prepared to accept.

I know nothing whatsoever about it but Im guessing he would prefer to go to Derby and team up with Eustace again, but Boro are offering more or what Rovers want so he might be forced to go there.

[rovers11]

40 minutes ago, KentExile said:

https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/sport/25355831.blackburn-rovers-blow-middlesbrough-return-brittain/

 

Middlesbrough are advancing in talks to sign Blackburn Rovers star Callum Brittain with a growing expectation that a deal will be struck, The Lancashire Telegraph understands.

The Teessiders, along with Derby County, saw a bid knocked back three weeks ago, which led to Brittain refusing to play against Accrington Stanley.

However, Brittain has reintegrated into the squad since and featured in the last three pre-season friendlies against Everton, Qatar SC and Elche. He was in with the group as expected on Wednesday for training and an internal media day, whilst Thursday is a routine day off for the players before they travel to Holland.

Rovers have been insistent that Brittain will not leave unless their valuation is met. Whilst Boro's interest had cooled, they have now stepped up talks this week with an agreement growing closer, as reported first by journalist Pete O'Rourke.

Brittain's departure would be a major blow to Rovers, just more than a week out from the season opener at West Brom. Though they have immediate cover in the form of Ryan Alebiosu and Kristi Montgomery, fans would expect to see a more experienced and proven right-back at the level to replace Brittain.

The Lancashire Telegraph understands that Rovers have compiled a list of potential replacements for those players who could leave this summer. That is standard at any club and it's important that Blackburn have contingency plans throughout the squad.

Cody Drameh was a player that Rovers enquired about earlier in the transfer window but he is not thought to be an active target. The club did not progress with talks after that first contact and aren't expected to.

In terms of arrivals, The LT understands Rovers haven't made an offer to sign Saudi Arabian winger Marwan Al-Sahafi. The 21-year-old's name has been constantly mentioned in reports linking him with a move to Ewood Park. Al-Sahafi was a player Blackburn Rovers discussed in May, but nothing advanced, as reported at the time.

The forward was then spotted in Manchester last month, further fuelling the expectation he could be a Rovers player. However, that had nothing to do with a potential move to Blackburn and it's unknown why he was in the UK.

Rovers have not held any discussions or progressed with a deal for Al-Sahafi since initial enquiries were made in May.

Similarly, the club are not pursuing a deal for young Manchester City centre-back, Max Alleyne. Rovers' had reportedly made an enquiry this week but he is not thought to be someone on their radar. Watford are reportedly the frontrunners for his signature.

As reported, right-wing and attacking midfield are priorities. The club have not ruled out additions in the loan market but would prefer to sign players permanently in a bid to develop assets. There is no further development on a deal to sign Moussa Baradji from Yverdon Sport FC

Rovers are looking at potential centre-back options after Hayden Carter's injury. Scott Wharton also has to be managed and so Valerien Ismael has admitted that another defender could arrive.

Well highlighted. The club is an embarrassment quite frankly.