Brentford in talks over young centre-back
Brentford are in talks to sign RB Salzburg centre-back Jannik Schuster.
Schuster is a 19-year-old Austria U21 international.
Brentford are looking at centre-back, central midfielders and wingers this summer.
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AFC Wimbledon announce retained list
AFC Wimbledon have announced their retained list following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.
Sam Hutchinson, Josh Kelly, Leo Young and Ethan Sutcliffe have all been released.
Jake Reeves, Myles Hippolyte, Aron Sasu and Kai Jennings have had options in their contract exercised.
Steve Seddon, Callum Maycock and Harry Sidwell have been offered new contracts.
The club say discussions are ongoing with Omar Bugiel, Patrick Bauer and Joe Lewis.
Kipre to join Ipswich on permanent deal
Ipswich have signed Cedric Kipre on a permanent deal from Stade de Reims on a two-year contract.
The central defender spent this season on loan with the Blues and, during the campaign, triggered a deal to make him a Town player for an undisclosed fee.
Cedric, 29, made 32 league appearances and scored four goals.
It feels brilliant to be officially part of this massive club after everything we have achieved together, Kipre said.
I have loved being here since the first day I arrived. Everyone welcomed me so well and it didnt feel like I was on loan, so Im delighted to become a permanent player.
I cant wait for next season and it will mean a lot to represent this club in the Premier League. Its been my dream and Im very, very happy.
Ipswich say Akpom's loan from Ajax to be made permanent
Ipswich have confirmed Chuba Akpom's loan move from Ajax will become permanent.
The forward moved to Portman Road in the summer on a temporary move which included a potential obligation to buy that was triggered when Ipswich sealed promotion to the Premier League.
Akpom has scored twice and registered one assist in 29 appearances in the Championship this season.
The 30-year-old's permanent contract with Ipswich, which will come into effect from July 1, runs until 2029.
Rawlins signs pre-contract agreement with Dundee United
Dundee United have secured their third signing from the Australian A-League for next season after announcing a pre-contract agreement with versatile defender Joshua Rawlins.
The 22-year-old will move to Tannadice upon expiry of his deal with Melbourne Victory.
Rawlins, who can play at wing-back or centre-back, will join the Terrors on a two-year contract, with the William Hill Premiership club holding the option of an additional 12 months.
The Australia Under-23 international began his career with Perth Glory and then had a spell in the Netherlands with Utrecht before returning to his homeland to sign for Melbourne in 2024.
Rawlins follows Newcastle Jets forward Lachlan Rose and Auckland FC attacker Jesse Randall in agreeing a pre-contract with United.
Two GKs among three let go by QPR
QPR have announced the release of three players.
Goalkeeper Paul Nardi, who played 63 times across two campaigns, will leave west London, along with veteran stopper Ben Hamer, who played seven times after joining in September.
Isaac Hayden also departs after making 30 appearances for Rangers.
Reading release five players
Reading have released their retained list following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.
Mamadi Camara, Ben Elliott, Michael Stickland, Tivonge Rushesha and Andy Yiadom have all been released.
Kelvin Abrefa and Andy Rinomhota have been offered new contracts, while Jeriel Dorsett has had a 12-month option activated.
