Peterborough United keeper on trial with League One club, Al Hilal have 'no intention' of raising £15m bid for Championship star

The season is yet to start and Peterborough United’s forward problems are causing a headache ahead of the Championship opener against Luton Town.

Siriki Dembele looked sharp during a 2-2 draw at the Oxford training ground before he picked up an injury.

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Meanwhile, last season’s top scorer Jonson Clarke-Harris was expected to make his return from a calf strain yesterday but failed to make an appearance. Himself and Jack Marriott are yet to play a minute of pre-season football, although teenage forward Ricky-Jade Jones managed an hour yesterday after recovering from a knee injury.

Elsewhere, the Championship activity is beginning to hot up. Sheffield United are one of the favourites for promotion after their drop back into the second tier, and with the Premier League parachute payments in their pot there may be some money to spend.

Coventry City are reportedly interested in signing 34-year-old Martin Cranie this summer. The defender is a free agent after being released by Luton Town. (The 72)placeholder image
Coventry City are reportedly interested in signing 34-year-old Martin Cranie this summer. The defender is a free agent after being released by Luton Town. (The 72)

However, they could face disappointment in their bid to land one of their main targets from Liverpool.

For that, and all of the Championship gossip – including Posh – see below.

Bournemouth boss Scott Parker is unsure whether Arnaut Danjuma will be staying at the club this summer amid reported interest from West Ham. Aston Villa and Southampton are also said to be interested. (Daily Echo)placeholder image
Bournemouth boss Scott Parker is unsure whether Arnaut Danjuma will be staying at the club this summer amid reported interest from West Ham. Aston Villa and Southampton are also said to be interested. (Daily Echo)
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