Pompey and Championship Rivals: Latest Transfer Headlines
With just over two weeks until the January transfer window opens, Portsmouth and their Championship rivals are preparing for what promises to be a busy month. After a challenging start to the season, the Blues are expected to bolster their squad, with captain John Mousinho revealing ambitions to bring in three to six new players, while departures may be needed to make room for arrivals.
Meanwhile, speculation across the Championship is mounting as clubs line up their January moves.
Derby County Close in on Dion Sanderson
Derby County appear to have started their transfer business early. According to transfer expert Alan Nixon, the Rams are closing in on a £350,000 permanent deal with Birmingham City for defender Dion Sanderson.
The 26-year-old, currently on loan at Pride Park, has been a regular for Derby this season, featuring 22 times in the opening four months. Sanderson, who has previously played for QPR, Birmingham City, Blackburn Rovers, and Derby, is reportedly keen to stay at the club permanently despite interest from other sides.
Sanderson is expected to feature again when Derby host Portsmouth, with the Rams currently sitting 12th in the Championship.
Manchester United’s Harry Amass Drawing Interest
Meanwhile, 18-year-old Manchester United talent Harry Amass has been attracting attention following an impressive loan spell at Sheffield Wednesday.
Amass has featured 16 times this season, including a start against Portsmouth back in September. With his contract at Hillsborough set to expire in January, Millwall and Stoke City have reportedly expressed interest, alongside other unnamed Championship clubs.
Preston Eyeing Wrexham Striker Ryan Hardie
Preston North End are reportedly targeting Wrexham striker Ryan Hardie ahead of the January window. Football League World claims the 28-year-old is also on the radar of Blackburn Rovers and Hull City.
Hardie joined Wrexham in the summer after the Red Dragons triggered his £700,000 release clause from Plymouth Argyle. However, following the arrivals of Josh Windass, Kieffer Moore, and Nathan Broadhead, his playing time has been limited, with just one goal in all competitions.
This has fueled speculation of a possible January exit, with several Championship sides monitoring the Scotland international.
✅ Summary:
The January window is shaping up to be a pivotal period for Portsmouth and their rivals. From Derby County closing in on Sanderson, to Amass and Hardie drawing Championship attention, clubs across the division are already preparing their next moves as the second half of the season approaches.
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