# English football club transfer and pre-season activity

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/english-football-club-transfer-and-pre-season-activity
> Updated: 2026-08-09T08:20:37.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

During the 2026 pre-season, several English football clubs engaged in transfer activity and preparations for upcoming campaigns. 

Sheffield United sought to bolster their defense by pursuing a loan for Manchester City defender Stephen Mfuni, while Sheffield Wednesday focused on pre-season friendlies following a change in ownership. 

As the transfer window progressed, Preston North End expressed interest in re-signing Alan Browne from Sunderland. Additionally, Stoke City was linked to a potential move for Sheffield United striker Tom Cannon.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-09: Preston North End and Stoke City linked to potential transfer moves

Preston North End is pursuing a deal for Sunderland's Alan Browne, while Stoke City considers a move for Sheffield United striker Tom Cannon if other targets become unavailable.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/preston-north-end-and-stoke-city-linked-to-potential-transfer-moves

### 2026-07-16: Sheffield football clubs gear up for new season with United's loan target and Wednesday's friendly

Sheffield United target a loan for Manchester City defender Stephen Mfuni, while Sheffield Wednesday ready for a pre‑season friendly against Preston North End.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sheffield-football-clubs-gear-up-for-new-season-with-uniteds-loan-target-and-wednesdays-friendly

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