Charlie Savage at work for reading. (Photo by Eddy Cue/Getty Images)
Reading midfielder Charlie Savage is attracting interest from several Championship clubs with his performances this season, as the 21-year-old continues to impress in League One.
I learned the sources Caught out Savage is on the radar of a number of clubs in the Championship, with Sheffield United, Stoke City and Norwich City all monitoring him ahead of a potential move during the current transfer window.
These clubs are confident of sealing a deal for the youngster and believe Reading's determination can be tested before the end of January.
The Royals are enjoying a positive 2024/25 season and are currently pushing to get back into the Championship with Noel Hunt's side currently occupying the play-off places in fifth place, 10 points behind league leaders Wycombe.
With such a huge prize at stake, Reading would not want to lose Savage midway through the season as the midfielder has been a key player in their success, producing Six goals and six assists During 26 matches in all competitions.
It remains to be seen how much Championship clubs value Savage, and if they get a hint that a deal could be done in January, offers will start arriving on Reading's doorstep.
Is Charlie Savage ready for the next step in his career?
Savage is the son of former Premier League footballer Robbie Savage, and received his football education at Manchester United's academy. Like his father, the midfielder was unable to achieve the desired level at Old Trafford, making just one first-team appearance for the Red Devils in a Champions League match against Young Boys – The match that his father commented on.
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This was the 20-year-old's dream, however, and the Welsh star has opted to move up the leagues to play for Reading in 2023.
The switch has worked for Savage as the youngster continues to go from strength to strength in League One. The midfielder is ready to take the next step and move to the Championship, but it remains to be seen which club he will do so with.
