Championship Round-Up 10/08/04

The 23-year-old former England Under 21 international, who played on loan under Hammers boss Alan Pardew during his time as manager at Reading, has moved to Upton Park on a one year deal.

Wolves have completed the signing of former Sunderland defender Joachim Bjorkland.

The 33-year-old centre back, who was released by the Black cats at the end of last season, has penned a one year contract at The Molineux.

"I'm delighted to be here," Bjorklund told the Wolves official website. "I've left one big club to join another. I first heard of Wolves' interest a week ago and I didn't need to think twice about wanting to come here. I've had a taste of Premiership football with Sunderland and now I would love to play a part in helping Wolves return there. But I've come up against most of the players here at one time or another and I've played against Paul Ince many times. It'll be nice to have the chance of playing alongside him rather than against him."

Stoke City club captain Clive Clarke has ended speculation linking him with a move away from the club by signing a 12 month extension to his current contract.

Tony Dinning - Ipswich Bound

Tony Dinning has left the JJB for a two month loan spell at Ipswich Town with a view to a free transfer.

When asked about the mve, Dinning, 29, said :"I'm delighted to be here, initially on loan and hopefully I can do enough in the two months to persuade the manager to make the move a permanent one.

"Once I knew of the Club's interest I spoke to Jason De Vos, who I was with at Wigan last season, about coming here and he said it's a great place to play football.

"But I have played at Portman Road many times and I know the standing the Club has in the game so I'm really pleased to be here and looking forward to playing for Ipswich Town."

Watford have signed West Bromwich Albion defender James Chambers. The 23-year-old full back has moved to Vicarage Road on an initial one month loan deal and goes straight into Ray Lewingtons squad for Monday nights game against QPR.

Leeds United have also made their first signing with a transfer fee since Nick Barmby. The Whites paid £200k for Scotland international Stephen Crainey who arrives at Elland Road on a three-year deal from Southampton.

Crainey commented: "The last few days have been a bit frantic, but we've got it sorted and I'm delighted to be here and I just want to get down to playing some games for Leeds,' said Crainey. "There were never any doubts about dropping down a level. Paul [Sturrock] made it clear I wouldn't be part of his plans and I would only play if there were injuries, but I wasn't interested.

"As soon as I heard of Leeds' interest I was desperate to come. I see this as a chance to get my career back on track after what happened at Southampton."

Millwall expect to complete the signing of Canadian international Adrian Serioux within the next 24-hours.

The 25-year-old is set to sign from Canadian outfit Toronto Lynx after impressing manager Dennis Wise during The Lions' pre-season tour of British Columbia.

Serioux, who can play in either defence or midfield, will miss tomorrow's clash against Wigan Athletic, however, as International clearance will not be received in time for the player to be involved.

Preston keeper Jonathan Gould is to sign for Conference side Hereford United.

Gould will sign an initial one month loan deal with The Bulls on Friday with the possibility of that deal becoming permanent should he impress during his time at Edgar Street.

Coventry City are being linked with a move for former Latic Geoff Horsfield as the Baggies don't feel he can cut it at the top.

In other news star-spotting Gills fans may soon be able to catch a glimpse of pop star Jamelia at Priestfield as reports have suggested that the R&B star is currently dating Gills striker Darren Byfield.

Results Round-Up

Click here for a round-up of the divisions results.

Click Here for a Report from the Watford, Q.P.R. game.