Reading midfielder Tivonge Rushesha has penned a one-year extension to remain at the club until 2026. One of two first-team players offered new deals last month, the Zimbabwe international joins full-back Kelvin Abrefa in committing his future to the club despite the off-field issues continuing to dominate headlines. 21-year-old Rushesha moved to Berkshire from Swansea City last summer and made 11 first-team appearances, including four in League One.
West Ham have made a second bid of £40 million for Wolves captain Max Kilman, as new manager Julen Lopetegui moves to raid his old club.
Sunderland goalkeeper Anthony Patterson has been announced as as ambassador North-East charity, the If U Care Share Foundation.