Jimmy-Jay Morgan is in hot demand this summer, with a number of Championship clubs eyeing a move for Peterborough United‘s star attacker.
The 20-year-old has become a leader under Luke Williams at London Road, and has been in an excellent vein of form with six goals and assists in his last seven League One matches.
Second Tier Chase On
However, Morgan looks set to be moving on from Posh at the end of this season, with the striker heading back to parent club Chelsea following Peterborough’s final game of the season against Doncaster Rovers at the start of May.
United’s chances of retaining their number 24 beyond the summer look extremely limited, with BBC Sport’s Sami Mokbel reporting that Sheffield United and Swansea City are two of multiple Championship sides looking to strike a deal for the youngster.
With one year left on his contract at parent club Chelsea, the Blues have a key decision to make as to whether to sanction a permanent exit or renew his contract and find him a fresh loan move.
Preston North End are also named as a potential destination, while there are still other unnamed clubs in the second division interested in the 20-year-old.
Having previously impressed in League Two with a half-season loan at Gillingham, Morgan made the step up to Peterborough in September and has been in fine form, with only Harry Leonard outscoring the former Southampton academy graduate.
Swans Plan For Future
Out of all the clubs tipped for a move for Jimmy-Jay Morgan, perhaps the most desperate heading into the summer will be Swansea City as Vitor Matos faces a major dillema.
Interest in Zan Vipotnik has spiked in recent weeks, especially in Portugal with both Sporting CP and Benfica reportedly interested in swooping for the Slovenia international on top of already registered interest from Coventry City.
Matos acknowledged that ‘rival clubs’ were interested in a move for the Championship Golden Boot race leader, and when the Sky Blues finally get over the line and enter the Premier League, it may become an uphill battle to retain the 24-year-old.
In that case, the Jacks will have to find alternatives, and a move for Jimmy-Jay Morgan could be a risky but beneficial one to take.
His flexibility in playing both as a nine and in attacking midfield could pay dividends for Matos’ plans next season, and could be a great support on the field for Adam Idah if the Ireland international can refind his form after a tough opening campaign.
If they can secure him on a permanent deal with Chelsea, who are perhaps open to a sale to balance the books, then Morgan could be a great investment for the future, and if he continues on the right track, could pay dividends for Swansea when the time comes to sell.