Wrexham have seen their recent six-figure bid for Preston North End striker Will Keane rejected as competition to sign him heats up, with multiple Championship clubs interested.
With Preston having a fairly strong squad of attackers, some of the players who are currently out of favour may be moved on before the end of the transfer window.
Many clubs are attempting to make a few more signings before the conclusion of the transfer window, with players across the Championship set for potential exits before Friday’s deadline.
There are still many clubs across the EFL who are desperate for a new striker as the window draws to a close.
One Preston striker could be on his way out of Deepdale soon, with the race to sign him getting tense as time is running out in the transfer window.
Wrexham’s Keane Bid Rejected
According to Pete O’Rourke, Wrexham’s recent bid of £750,000 for Preston North End striker Will Keane has been rejected, with huge interest surrounding the forward.
Wrexham are now joined by Championship sides Cardiff City, Derby County, and West Brom in the pursuit for Keane, with the clubs knowing they are under severe time pressure to get the deal done.
The 31-year-old is an EFL veteran, spending his whole career in the English football system after graduating from the Manchester United academy.
He then spent many years at a variety of clubs across the EFL, before truly announcing himself at Wigan Athletic.
His best season for the Latics saw him score 27 goals and assist eight as he became one of the hottest properties in League One.
The Irishman made the move to Preston at the beginning of last season, as he scored 13 times last season, impressing many with his goal-scoring prowess despite making the step up to the Championship.
However, he has now fallen out of favour with Preston and could be on his way to a new club before the transfer deadline.
Where Will He Go?
All the options Keane has on the table are solid ones that would give him the platform he needs to keep playing consistent games.
The Championship moves provide a slightly bigger risk than Wrexham as them clubs already have solid strikers he would have to battle with to earn the starting spot.
Wrexham would give him the opportunity to show exactly what he is capable of at a lower level, which could also see him earn another promotion on his CV.