UPDATE: Takeover latest as Sunderland complete deal but Phil Parkinson suffers fresh transfer blow

UPDATE: Takeover latest as Sunderland complete deal but Phil Parkinson suffers fresh transfer blow - League One gossip

The January transfer window is nearly at the end of its 21st day, with time flying the rumour mill is starting to heat up.

By James Copley

Published 21st Jan 2020, 07:00 BST

Updated 21st Jan 2020, 17:57 BST

And we’ve got all of the latest third-tier gossip from around web – including transfer rumours from Sunderland, Southend United, Shrewsbury Town and Doncaster Rovers.

But which clubs are likely to complete deals soon? Will a League One club make its second signing of the January window today? We’ve got your questions covered.

Simply scroll down and click through the pages to view all of the latest transfer rumours and gossip – and don’t forget to check back tomorrow for more of the same.

1. Soon to be done deal?

Southend United have accepted a bid from Lincoln City for Tom Hopper. The Imps initial bid was rejected. (Various) Photo: Bryn Lennon

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2. Oh dear...

Southend United have been charged with misconduct for non-payment of wages for failing to pay a number of players on the applicable payment due dates in December 2019. (The EFL) Photo: Jamie McDonald

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3. Darren Moore eyeing reinforcements

Southend United striker Stephen Humphrys is the latest player to be linked with a move to Doncaster Rovers this month. (Doncaster Free Press) Photo: GLYN KIRK