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As the January transfer window continues towards the end of its third week, the race to conclude those all-important deals is heating up across the country.
This can certainly be seen with our EFL clubs, with teams across all three divisions aiming to make a signing that could be the difference between now and the end of the season.
Here are the latest transfer stories from the Championship, League One and League Two alongside analysis of the top rumours from our EFL72 team.
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Amad makes transfer stance clear
The future of Manchester United star Amad Diallo has been subject of much speculation so far this window but it appears the winger has made his stance clear on a potential January move away from Old Trafford.
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Middlesbrough have reportedly shown interest in a loan move for the Ivorian but Amad has quashed those rumours on Instagram, stating he would only return to the Championship if it was with former club Sunderland.
The 21-year-old sent a direct message to a Sunderland fan page on social media claiming the only second tier team he would be willing to join this month is the Black Cats, calling the rumours of a transfer to the Riverside Stadium "fake".
EFL72 says:"Amad was one of the hottest prospects in the Championship last season and unsurprisingly has clubs after his signature this time around. Sunderland fans will no doubt be delighted by his stance on a potential move but whether that would actually happen is another story given his current ambitions with Man Utd."
Prem trio chase Plymouth star
London trio Fulham, Brentford and West Ham are said to be interested in a move for Plymouth Argyle attacker Morgan Whittaker, according to Football Insider. The 23-year-old has impressed so far this season scoring 15 goals and registering six assists in 29 appearances in all competitions.
It is believed that both Brentford and West Ham have already had Whittaker on their radar as they attempt to strengthen their attacks, with Fulham the latest Premier League side ready to do battle for his signature.
EFL72 says:"You'd dread to think where Plymouth would be this season without the impact of Whittaker in attack. He's been a leading player in the division in a side who are currently at the wrong end of the table - with double figures in goals already. It's no surprise to Premier League clubs after him in this window but you'd imagine it would take a decent fee to prize him away from Home Park."
Leeds' Davies chances become clearer
Ben Davies has been linked with a move to Leeds (Photo by Sebastian Frej/MB Media/Getty Images)Leeds are continuing their search for defensive reinforcements this month, with a number of names having already made the club's shortlist so far. And according to The Athletic's Phil Hay, Tottenham's Ben Davies has emerged as the latest name to join the list of potential targets.
However, it is understood that a move for Davies to join Daniel Farke's side this month is unlikely to happen in this window unless changes happen at his current club which would allow a potential loan move before deadline day.
EFL72 says:"Ben Davies may be approaching the tail end of his Premier League career but what a signing this would be for Leeds if they were to get this over the line in the Championship. With both top flight and Champions League experience, the 30-year-old would become one of the top defenders in the division, and would be a much-welcomed addition at Elland Road."
League Two goal machine in demand
Notts County forward Macauley Langstaff is said be of interest to a number of EFL clubs this month. According to a report from HITC Football, Sunderland, Birmingham and Derby and Peterborough are all among those keen on a move for the 26-year-old, who has scored 20 times in 27 League Two appearances.
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However, it is understood that the Magpies would only be willing to let Langstaff leave for a fee of around £1.5m, which may cause stumbling blocks for several sides interested in a deal.
Spurs track Leicester star
Tottenham are said to be interested in Leicester star Kasey McAteer. The 22-year-old has scored four times in 13 Championship appearances so far this season and netted for the Foxes away at Anfield against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup.
According to , it is believed that this form has sparked interest in him in North London, with manager Ange Postecoglou having already signed James Maddison from the club last summer.
Cardiff keen on out-of-favour defender
Luton defender Ryan Giles is reportedly a loan target for Championship side Cardiff this month. The 23-year-old has struggled for game time at Kenilworth Road since the emergence of Alfie Doughty and TeamTALK report that the Bluebirds are the latest second tier club to have shown interest.
Barrow 'chase' Stockton
League Two promotion chasers Barrow have agreed a fee for Burton striker Cole Stockton, according to journalist Alan Nixon. It is understood that it is now up to the 29-year-old to make his decision on the move, which would be seen an impressive deal in the fourth tier.