Overview
- Ipswich Town are reported to have moved ahead in negotiations for Sunderland midfielder Dan Neil after making a strong approach over the weekend.
- Neil, 24, was left out of Sunderland’s matchday group for the West Ham game, a development widely linked to ongoing transfer talks.
- Rangers remain interested but may prioritize outgoing moves before adding another midfielder, with Clinton Nsiala, Joe Rothwell, Nedim Bajrami and Rabbi Matondo cited as potential departures.
- Neil is in the final six months of his contract, creating scope for a cut‑price deal before the February 2 deadline or a free transfer in the summer.
- West Ham and other clubs have been linked, while Rangers have already added Tochi Chukwuani, Tuur Rommens and Andreas Skov Olsen during an active window.