Sheffield Wednesday boss reveals pre-match 'challenge' to players, Birmingham City manager's days could be numbered - Championship gossip

Sheffield Wednesday bounced back from a poor run of form with a fine showing against Charlton Athletic last weekend, running out 3-1 winners at the Valley. The victory saw Garry Monk's side move to within just two points of the play-off places, in a tightly-packed league table.
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Leeds United look to have been handed a key boost in their pursuit of Rangers midfielder Glen Kamara, with their manager Steven Gerrard rubbishing rumours that Juventus had registered an interest. (BBC Football)

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Sheffield Wednesday manager Garry Monk has revealed that he challenged his players to show him "they wanted to win", which spurred them on in a much-needed 3-1 victory against Charlton. (Sheffield Star)

QPR could be set to hang on to their star midfielder Eberechi Eze until after the January transfer window, with Spurs' sacking of Mauricio Pochettino said to have halted their interest in the player. (Daily Mail)

Stoke City could face stiff competition in their quest to land Aberdeen striker Sam Cosgrove, as Serie A side Lazio are also in the running to sign the £4m-rated goal machine. (Various)

Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa has revealed that he intends to play star loanee Ben White in midfield next weekend's clash against Huddersfield Town, as he looks to find a suitable replacement for the suspended Kalvin Phillips. (HITC)

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Birmingham City are said to be considering a swoop for Coventry City boss Mark Robins, amid concerns that Pep Clotet may a suitable long-term solution for the Blues. (Team Talk)

Cardiff City are understood to be among a number of sides interested signing Aston Villa's striker Jonathan Kodjia, who will be out of contract next summer. (Football Insider)

Queens Park Rangers, who have gone seven matches without a win, are rumoured to be close to sacking Mark Warbuton, with Wycombe Wanderers boss Gareth Ainsworth a potential replacement. (Football League World)

Blackburn Rovers boss Tony Mowbray has revealed that he intends to meet with star player Bradley Dack and his agent, as he looks to tie the 25-year-old down to a new deal. (The 72)