Championship goal sensation’s future becomes clear as Arsenal join packed hunt for Middlesbrough man – news from Portsmouth’s league rivals

Middlesbrough are reportedly unwilling to sell striker Will Lankshear despite growing transfer interest from Arsenal and several other Premier League clubs. The 21-year-old forward has scored 15 goals in 16 matches this season, also attracting attention from Manchester United, Brighton, Everton, Newcastle, Sunderland, and Leeds. Tottenham Hotspur also reportedly hold a matching-right option following his permanent move to the Riverside, which could reach up to £20m.

Elsewhere, Werder Bremen coach Daniel Thioune expressed strong interest in securing a permanent deal for on-loan West Ham striker Niclas Füllkrug. Meanwhile, Sheffield United left-back Harrison Burrows has returned from a two-month quad injury after completing five consecutive full 90-minute appearances.