Reyes Cleary Hands in Barnsley Transfer Request Amid Championship Interest

Reyes Cleary Hands in Barnsley Transfer Request Amid Championship Chase

🧨 BREAKING:

Barnsley forward Reyes Cleary has handed in a transfer request.

Sky Sports News understands interested clubs have been put off by Barnsley's high valuation of the player.

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Sky Sports News reporter Mark McAdam reports that several second-tier sides have been monitoring the 22-year-old attacker over the last year following his standout performances in League One.

The former West Bromwich Albion youth product has developed into one of the key offensive weapons at Oakwell, contributing 9 goals and 18 assists across 55 appearances for the Reds.

While Stoke City, Millwall, Bristol City, Derby County, and Blackburn Rovers remain attentive, interested suitors have been repeatedly put off by Barnsley's refusal to budge from their firm £5 million to £6 million valuation. Barnsley's stance is partly driven by a 20% sell-on clause owed to former club West Bromwich Albion.

Cleary's request comes amid a broader domino effect across the Championship:

Ronald & Millwall: Swansea City have accepted a £2 million bid from Millwall for winger Ronald, though personal terms remain a sticking point that could jeopardize the move.

Swansea City: The Swans have eyed Cleary as a potential replacement target should Ronald complete his transfer to The Den.

Stoke City: Stoke remain alert to attacking market opportunities as they navigate potential outgoing movement regarding Sorba Thomas.

Femi Azeez: Millwall’s push for wingers comes as Femi Azeez nears a £15m+ move to Brighton.

Whether any suitor steps up to meet Barnsley's £6m asking price before tonight's transfer deadline remains the key hurdle in negotiations.