Stars from Rotherham United, Wigan Athletic, and Peterborough United are among the favourites to join Barnsley during the summer transfer window.
As they compete for promotion to the Championship, it is unclear if Barnsley will still be playing League One football in 2019. Neill Collins’ team is now eight points out of the second automatic promotion spot, sitting fifth in the table.
Whatever happens to them this season, the Reds have a busy summer ahead of them. They have to lick their wounds and make sure their team is prepared for another promotion run if their promotion bid fails.
They need to strengthen their ranks and make sure they are prepared for the level increase if the Championship is on the horizon. Here’s a sneak peek at the Readwrite favourites to sign with Barnsley during the summer transfer window as the season draws to a close.
The forward, who is a talisman for Peterborough United, has had uncertainty about his future for the past year. Strong ties to transfers made in January and the summer of last year have fans speculating if the next window will see him depart Posh.
Marosi Marko – 13/2
Marosi, a reliable backup custodian at Shrewsbury Town, has a plethora of League One experience. He also has Championship experience during his time with Coventry City.
7/1 Lasse Sorensen
The elegant operator at League One level, the utility man is currently a vital member of Barnsley’s rivals in the promotion chase, Lincoln City.
7/1 Stephen Humphrys
The forward was rumoured to be leaving Wigan Athletic in January, but he scored nine league goals for the team this year.
Having played for Reading in the Championship and represented Northern Ireland at the top level, Cheltenham Town’s first choice in goal has an excellent background.
Sam Clucas (10/1)
The seasoned midfield player is a mainstay for Rotherham United, who seem headed for a third-tier comeback.Sam Sherring (10/1)
Sherring, who came through the AFC Bournemouth junior system, is a vital member of Northampton Town’s defence.
Campbell Tyrese – 14/1
Campbell was once the centre of attention for Stoke City, but he has fallen in the hierarchy, so leaving the Potters could be intriguing.
Cafu: 16/1
With Rotherham United threatening to relegate Barnsley from the Championship, Cafu would inject a wealth of experience into the midfield.
