Middlesbrough transfer news: Boro ‘join’ race for Championship star, Wigan Athletic ‘consider’ swoop for Watford youngster

Middlesbrough have been linked with FC Luzern midfielder Ardon Jashari, however the club’s sporting director believes he will remain in Switzerland this month. The 20-year-old has also been linked with Arsenal, Celtic and Leeds United during the January transfer window.

When questioned about Jashari’s increasing interest, Luzern sporting director Remo Meyer said: “I currently don’t think it’s realistic that there will be a transfer with Ardon this winter. On the one hand, we have our clear ideas about the transfer fee. On the other hand, a sale must also suit the player.”

Michael Carrick is eager to bolster his squad as they aim to win promotion back to the Premier League. The former Manchester United midfielder has welcomed one new signing since his arrival at the club, with Cameron Archer signing on loan from Aston Villa.

Here is today’s transfer news...

BURNLEY AMONG CLUBS 'LINKED' WITH LIGUE 1 MIDFIELDER

Burnley have joined Bournemouth and Watford in expressing an interest in Reims' Marshall Munetsi. The 26-year-old has three goals in 16 matches this season. (Foot Mercato)

FORMER LILYWHITES FLOP 'SET' FOR VALENCIA MOVE

Former Preston North End forward Stephy Mavididi has caught the eye of Valencia over a potential move this month. The 24-year-old made only 10 appearances whilst on loan from Arsenal six years ago but has since gone onto play for Juventus and Montpellier. (Deepdale Digest)

TERRIERS 'EYE' CHELSEA YOUNGSTER

Huddersfield Town are said to be considering a loan move for Chelsea's Bashir Humphreys this month. The defender made his debut for the Blues during their FA Cup defeat to Man City and the club have since received a number of enquiries about his availability, however they haven't decided whether to keep him or not. (The Chelsea Spot)

LATICS 'CONSIDER' SWOOP FOR WATFORD STARLET

Wigan Athletic are considering a move for Watford's Darrin Enahoro-Marcus, with the Hornets opening to allowing the defender to leave in the January transfer window. The 18-year-old's contract is set to expire in the summer and he won't be offered fresh terms. (Alan Nixon)

STOKE CITY 'LINING UP' BID FOR BESIKTAS ACE

Stoke City are interested in signing Besiktas goalkeeper Ersin Destanoglu following Josef Bursik's departure. Both Frankie Fielding and Jack Bonham are out of contract with the Championship club in the summer. (Football League World)

COVENTRY CITY 'NOT INTERESTED' IN WOLVES MAN

Coventry City's reported interest in Wolves' Connor Ronan has been shut down. Cardiff City and Huddersfield Town are also said to be keen on snapping up the midfielder. (Coventry Live)

MIDDLESBROUGH ‘JOIN’ RACE FOR CHAMPIONSHIP STAR

Middlesbrough have been named among the clubs keen on signing Rotherham United’s Chiedozie Ogbene. The winger has six goals this season and has attracted interest from the likes of Millwall, Swansea City and Club Brugge. (Voetbal Nieuws)

BLACKBURN ROVERS DEFENDER JOINS LEAGUE TWO CLUB

Blackburn Rovers' James Brown has been sent back out on loan to Doncaster Rovers after his spell with Stockport County was cut short. The 24-year-old has only made one appearance for Rovers since joining on a free transfer from Drogheda United last January. (Blackburn Rovers)