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Championship transfer gossip including Wolves tracking Newcastle striker and Norwich sign midfielder

A round-up of the latest news and rumours for Tuesday, January 23

Jonathan Low

By Jonathan Low

Norwich City have signed Kenny McLean from Scottish Premiership side Aberdeen.

The 26-year-old has agreed a three-and-a-half year contract at Carrow Road but has been sent back to the Dons on loan for the remainder of the season.

McLean, who has joined the Canaries for around £200,000, has played in every game for Aberdeen so far this season.

Read more: Liam Moore insists focus is on Royals amid transfer speculation

Bolton Wanderers are being linked with a move for Sheffield United striker Ched Evans.

The Sun report Evans could be used by the Trotters as back-up to Gary Madine.

Evans has only played seven times this season due to injury and is yet to find the net.

Leeds United are close to signing Leyton Orient striker Sam Dalby.

The 18-year-old is set to have a medical on Tuesday ahead of the switch, according to Football Insider.

Dalby, who had a trial at Crystal Palace earlier in the season, will sign a two-and-a-half year deal if he passes his medical.

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Emerson Hyndman had a spell at Rangers last season - credit Daily Record

Sunderland are vying with Rangers for the signature of AFC Bournemouth midfielder Emerson Hyndman.

The 22-year-old has only featured in cup games for the Cherries this season and is likely to be loaned out by Eddie Howe.

Chronicle Live report the Black Cats are interested in the American, who had a loan spell at Rangers last season.

Wolves are keeping an eye on Newcastle forward Yasin Ben El-Mhanni.

The Championship league leaders need to fight off interest from Leicester, Stoke and Cardiff in the player, according to the Daily Star.

The 22-year-old may leave St James' Park on a permanent deal.

Read more: Reading FC target Yoann Barbet rules out potential switch

Brazil legend Ronaldo could be ending up at a Championship club - but not as a player.

The former Barcelona, Inter Milan and Real Madrid striker, has admitted in an interview with Brazilian media outlet Folha de S.Paulo, he wants to delve into football ownership in the second tier in either England or Spain.

"I want to do something innovative, I think I’m prepared for the challenge," said the 41-year-old.