James Ray is a Sports Journalist at The72, where he has served as Lead Editor since 2018. Based in Northamptonshire, he specializes in competitive sports, sports business, and professional sports, with a particular focus on the EFL and team sports, reflecting his deep passion as a lifelong Newcastle United fan. James has been featured in various outlets including BlenderNation, Daily Mail, and Yahoo Sports UK.
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By: James Ray
Bristol City are making attempts to clarify Jason Knight’s future, but if a contract agreement can not be reached, they must seriously consider cashing in. Bristol City endured a challenging 2025/26 campaign but hope that a few months of change can equip them for a successful 2026/27.
By: James Ray
Birmingham City are in need of a new left-back amid Kai Wagner’s surprise exit just months after his winter arrival. Birmingham City signed Kai Wagner in the winter, viewing him as someone who could come in and contribute right away.
By: James Ray
Logan Stretch emerged in the Sheffield Wednesday senior picture last season, and he's now lined up for a loan exit.
By: James Ray
WHUFC - Roma are firmly on the trail of West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville, but they're not the only ones keen.
By: James Ray
Sheffield Wednesday are set to green light a loan exit for Logan Stretch, with National League North side Buxton keen. Sheffield Wednesday are rebuilding their ranks post-takeover and administration, and although signings are the focus, departures also await.
By: James Ray
Ryan Alebiosu has caught the eye for Blackburn Rovers since joining last summer, prompting interest from elsewhere.
By: James Ray
West Ham have rejected a bid of £34m plus add-ons from Roma for winger Crysencio Summerville. West Ham are widely expected to lose Crysencio Summerville this summer, but the club have set their valuation at £50m.
By: James Ray
PNE - Preston North End are eager to bolster their ranks further, and a recently relegated winger is on their radar.
By: James Ray
Preston North End are pushing to sign Oxford United winger Stan Mills, and hope to get a deal done for under £2m. [Preston North End](https://the72.
By: James Ray
Blackburn Rovers’ pre-season friendly with Accrington Stanley was attended by Brentford and Rangers scouts to watch Ryan Alebiosu, but he missed the game through illness. Blackburn Rovers right-back Ryan Alebiosu is not short of admirers after a fine debut campaign at Ewood Park.
