Sunderland AFC transfer news: Will Grigg move ruled-out as Ipswich turn attentions away from Cats targets

There continues to be a host of players linked with Sunderland - and indeed with their League One rivals.

Here, we round-up today’s big transfer news from around the third tier:

Shrewsbury Town rule-out Will Grigg bid

Shrewsbury were one of several sides keen on striking a deal for out-of-favour Sunderland striker Will Grigg in January, only for the Black Cats to ultimately decide to keep the striker on Wearside.

And Shrews boss Sam Ricketts has confirmed that their interest in Grigg was down to a ‘one-off scenario that suited everyone’ – meaning he is unlikely to return with another bid this summer.

“I think that was a bit of a one-off scenario that suited everyone,” Ricketts said, speaking to the Shropshire Star.

“Sunderland will be different, the finances involved are very different. He’s a very proven goalscorer but he’s not someone who you can sit here and now say is viable, especially with the salary cap now like it is.”

Grigg spoke earlier this month about his desire to prove his worth at Sunderland, with manager Phil Parkinson urging him to move to the North East in a bid to aid his cause.

Promotion rivals eye triple swoop

Ipswich Town are closing in on a triple swoop, according to reports.

The Tractor Boys are set to clinch the signings of goalkeeper David Cornell, full-back Stephen Ward and striker Oli Hawkins.

Paul Lambert’s side were reported to be battling Sunderland for the signatures of Remi Matthews, Luke Garbutt and Danny Graham – but now look poised to complete deals for these alternative targets.

Big Ron Manager II?

Peterborough United president Darragh MacAnthony has revealed that he has been approached over producing a follow-up series to the infamous ‘Big Ron Manager’ documentary – and hasn’t ruled it out.

“We have been offered money to film a sequel to Big Ron Manager,” said MacAnthony, speaking on his ‘Hard Truth’ podcast. “

“And I haven’t ruled it out, so watch this space.

“You wouldn’t see me in the dressing room though. I’ve never done that as even the managers who didn’t like me would admit.”

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