BREAKING: Sky Sports pundit Lee Hendrie has just named three standout players in the EFL Championship who are poised to attract serious interest from Premier League clubs this January. As the 2025/26 season unfolds, anticipation builds as clubs begin to eye potential new signings.
With Coventry City leading the Championship table after 15 matches, having scored an impressive 40 goals and lost only once, the competition is heating up. The Sky Blues, managed by Frank Lampard, are emerging as early favorites for promotion. Meanwhile, Middlesbrough follows in second place, with Stoke City, Preston North End, Hull City, and Millwall also contending for playoff spots.
At the opposite end of the table, Sheffield Wednesday and Norwich City struggle to escape the relegation zone. Despite fans’ expectations, Sheffield United sits precariously in 22nd, having scored the least goals in the league. The pressure mounts as the January transfer window approaches, compelling clubs to hold on to their key players.
In an exclusive interview with Football League World, Hendrie highlighted three players likely to make the leap to the Premier League: Jaden Philogene, Brandon Thomas-Asante, and Abdul Fatawu. Hendrie stated, “Looking at the Championship, players who might attract attention from the Premier League are few. But Philogene has stepped up impressively after leaving Aston Villa for Ipswich.”
He further praised Thomas-Asante, noting his significant contribution to goals this season at just 26 years old. “Can he make the jump?” Hendrie questioned, highlighting the potential for a transfer.
Fatawu, a young talent at Leicester City, is also on the radar, thanks to his promising skill set that aligns with what many Premier League clubs seek. “He fits the bill for most clubs with bags of potential,” Hendrie added, underscoring the fierce competition to retain star players.
As the January transfer window looms, clubs like Ipswich, Coventry, and Leicester may face fierce battles to keep their talents. Each team is vying for promotion, and losing key players could jeopardize their chances.
Ipswich, currently sitting just outside the playoff positions in 7th, has a game in hand, while Leicester is striving to find their rhythm in 12th place. Coventry’s commanding performance has placed them in a formidable position, but the pressure to maintain their squad’s integrity is mounting.
As fans and analysts alike speculate about the January window, the stakes have never been higher. The Championship is wide open, and every club is eager to secure their place in the Premier League. The whispers of transfers and potential moves are growing louder, making this a pivotal moment in the season.
Stay tuned for updates as the January transfer window approaches, and watch for these players to make headlines as they attract attention from the top flight.
