Transfer Centre

07/05/26

Plymouth Argyle have announced their retained list after the conclusion of their 2025/26 season. The headlines show nine players released, with a further three out of contract players offered new deals.

Chief amongst those released is Brendan Galloway. The defender joined Argyle is 2021, made 110 appearances for the club, and was part of the side that won the League One title in 2023. However, injuries have always never been too far away across his five years at Home Park, and it appears the club have decided now is the best time to cut ties.

The players offered new contracts are midfielder Joe Ralls, club captain Joe Edwards, and goalkeeper Conor Hazard. Second-choice goalkeeper Luca Ashby-Hammond, however, hasn’t done enough to earn an extension to his one-year deal. Whether the three mentioned choose to accept their new contract offers is another matter.

Jamie Paterson and Ayman Benarous have also been released, alongside Callum Wright and Nathanael Ogbeta, both of whom spent last season on loan away from Argyle. Several Argyle academy graduates have also been let go.

The retained list in full is as follows:

Under contract: Mathias Ross, Jack MacKenzie, Brendan Wiredu, Julio Pleguezuelo, Lorent Tolaj, Xavier Amaechi, Caleb Watts, Owen Oseni, Malachi Boateng, Bradley Ibrahim, Bim Pepple, Ronan Curtis, Matty Sorinola, Michael Baidoo, Caleb Roberts, Freddie Issaka, Tegan Finn and Seb Campbell.

Offered new contact: Conor Hazard, Joe Edwards and Joe Ralls.

Released: Jamie Paterson, Zak Baker, Ayman Benarous, Luca Ashby-Hammond, Brendan Galloway, Jack Matthews, Joe Hatch, Nathanael Ogbeta and Callum Wright.

Loanees returning to parent club: Alex Mitchell, Herbie Kane, Owen Dale and Wes Harding.

Source: pafc.co.uk

06/05/26

Rumour: Plymouth Argyle are monitoring Muhamed Tijani’s situation ahead of a potential return to Home Park

Age: 25

Position: Striker

This season: 9 goals and 5 assists in 36 appearances

Source: Soccernet

Verdict: This one has come slightly out of the blue. Plymouth Argyle have already been linked with several players in the early stages of the summer transfer season, but I don’t think anybody expected Muhamed Tijani, who was on loan at Home Park during the 2024/25 season, to be one of them. And yet, here we are.

Tijani once again spent the most recent season away on loan from Slavia Prague, this time with Hungarian side Nyiregyhaza Spartacus (try saying that one after a few pre-game ciders). This summer, he seems likely to leave Slavia again, but this time on a permanent rather than a loan deal. Reportedly, there is interest from other Czech clubs, other Hungarian clubs, and a certain English club, with a return to these shores to play for Argyle not out of the question.

This report has come from Soccernet. The website describes itself as having “the main goal of providing football fans with the most accurate, timely, and insightful coverage of Nigerian and African football,” hence their interest in former Nigerian international Tijani. It’s not a site I’ve come across before, so it’s hard to judge exactly how reliable they are.

I have a couple of reservations here. The site is something I cannot vouch for; they may be completely legitimate, but that’s not something I can confirm or deny. Additionally, even if true, Argyle clearly face competition for Tijani’s signature, with the Greens only said to be “monitoring” the situation at this time.

Still, if Lorent Tolaj and/or Bim Pepple leave the club this summer, it could be a smart move to spend some of the proceeds on a striker who has already played for Argyle at a higher level.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★

04/05/26

Rumour: Several clubs, from England and abroad, are looking to sign Plymouth Argyle’s Bim Pepple

Age: 23

Position: Striker

This season: 18 goals and 2 assists in 41 appearances

Source: Mail Sport

Verdict: I think we all anticipated that there would be significant interest in Bim Pepple this summer. His release clause, combined with his form in the second half of the season, would clearly be too much to ignore. Still, it doesn’t make things any less painful when those rumours do appear.

Pepple has today been linked with a move away in an article on the Mail Sport website. The named clubs linked with the striker are Norwich City, Watford, Portsmouth and Lincoln City, but the article suggest that a whole host of clubs from Europe and MLS are also keen. Indeed, Pepple’s release clause is mentioned in the article too, with a nod to the fact that Argyle would be unable to do anything (besides offering Pepple a new deal) if that clause is met.

In normal circumstances, I’d obviously be advising extreme caution when taking anything printed by the Daily Mail at face value. However, their sports pages are slightly different, and they’d have no reason to publish links to a third-tier player without some prior knowledge. That doesn’t necessarily mean Pepple will decide to leave, but the interest is clearly present from elsewhere.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★★

01/05/26

Rumour: Aaron Lewis is set to leave Mansfield Town this summer, with Plymouth Argyle among the interested clubs

Age: 27

Position: Midfielder

This season: 1 goal and 3 assists in 43 appearances

Source: Football Insider

Verdict: Time now for another incoming rumour, and one that has been both tweeted out by Pete O’Rourke and published on the Football Insider website. This one links Plymouth Argyle with a move for Mansfield Town midfielder Aaron Lewis.

The article is curious. The main headline is that Lewis is set to be out of contract at Mansfield this summer, and will leave after turning down a new deal. Initially, it may seem that doesn’t necessarily include Argyle at all, but O’Rourke later claims that the Pilgrims actually tried to sign Lewis in the January transfer window but were rebuffed. Now, with Lewis set to become a free agent, it has led to rumours that Argyle may look to rekindle their interest.

There are obstacles here. Whilst Argyle were interested in January, they may face more competition this time around given Lewis is available on a free. Additionally, there is no indication that Argyle are actually set to rekindle their interest, merely speculation that they may based on January’s alleged move. I’m probably the least convinced by this than I have been about any O’Rourke rumour, but Sod’s Law probably means this’ll be the one that comes off.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★

30/04/26

Rumour: Plymouth Argyle will battle Barnsley to sign Falkirk midfielder Dylan Tait

Age: 24

Position: Midfielder

This season: 7 goals and 2 assists in 43 appearances

Source: Daily Record

Verdict: I think this must be the busiest “pre-transfer window” period I’ve experienced for a while. Usually, we’d need to wait for Plymouth Argyle’s retained list for any transfer rumours to really come to the fore. This year, it isn’t even the end of April, and we’ve already had rumblings about some potential incomings and outgoings at Home Park, with a link to a new player emerging today.

The Greens have been linked with a move for Dylan Tait. The 24-year-old defensive midfielder has played every league game for Falkirk this season to help his side secure an impressive top-six finish in the Scottish top flight. The links make complete sense – there is an obvious connection between Scottish football and Argyle director of football Derek Adams, whilst Tait is out of contract this summer and would not command a transfer fee.

These reports have come from the Daily Record, a Scottish publication. Given their remit, they obviously rarely report on Argyle, but they have a decent enough record when they do. To be honest, the main blocker here could be that Barnsley are also reportedly interested, and they clearly have a significant location advantage over Argyle. Nonetheless, I’m suitably convinced that the Pilgrims do hold an interest.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★★

17/04/26

Rumour: Plymouth Argyle are in the hunt to sign Queen’s Park defender Henry Fieldson

Age: 20

Position: Left back

This season: 3 goals and 2 assists in 39 appearances

Source: Twitter/X

Verdict: Pete O’Rourke seems to be on a personal mission to give me work at a time when this page is supposed to be going through a lull. In recent days, he’s linked both Joe Edwards and Lorent Tolaj with moves away from Home Park, and we’ve now seen rumblings of a potential Plymouth Argyle incoming this summer.

The man in question is left back Henry Fieldson. The 20-year-old Englishman initially came through at Sunderland, but has spent the last two years in Scotland with Queen’s Park. He’s made a significant contribution this season, playing almost 3,000 minutes for the club across four competitions. With his contract expiring this summer, several clubs appear to have been alerted to his availability, with Argyle in the conversation.

I have a couple of reservations here. First of all, the season isn’t even over yet, and it’s probably too early for many players to decide on their futures. Additionally, Fieldson hasn’t just been linked with Argyle; O’Rourke has included the Pilgrims in his tweet alongside Falkirk, St Mirren, Dundee, Dundee United and Wigan Athletic.

We may well see movement here this summer, but I’d be surprised if Argyle were clear favourites.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★

13/04/26

Rumour: Several Championship and foreign sides are eyeing a move for Plymouth Argyle’s Lorent Tolaj

Age: 24

Position: Striker

This season: 20 goals and 5 assists in 35 appearances

Source: Twitter/X

Verdict: Is anyone else getting a sense of déjà vu? I know I am. No sooner had one of Plymouth Argyle’s stars in Joe Edwards been linked away, we’re now getting rumours of a potential move away from Home Park for Lorent Tolaj.

The rumours have broken in exactly the same way as the Edwards rumours, with a tweet from Pete O’Rourke linking the player with a move away to no club in particular. Whilst Edwards was linked to several League One and League Two sides, O’Rourke claims that Championship and foreign clubs are interested in Tolaj. A later tweet from a separate account claimed Stoke City were leading the race, but this looks to be fake news from a bogus account piggybacking on O’Rourke’s tweet.

With no specific links, I’m led to believe this is just agent talk. At least for now – despite the news that there is no release clause in Tolaj’s contract, I’d still be very surprised if he was an Argyle player come September.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★

10/04/26

Rumour: Several League One and League Two clubs are keen to sign Plymouth Argyle’s Joe Edwards

Age: 35

Position: Right Back

This season: 2 assists in 37 appearances

Source: Twitter/X

Verdict: Welcome back to another summer of transfer news, rumours and conjecture. Silly season seems to start earlier every year. It’s barely mid-April, and we already have some speculation to dissect.

Today, captain Joe Edwards was linked with a move away from Plymouth Argyle. Those reports have come from the Twitter account of Football Insider reporter Pete O’Rourke, who claims “number of League One and League Two clubs are interested” in signing Edwards. Regular followers of the transfer window will know O’Rourke’s record isn’t perfect, but he clearly does have contacts within the game, and wouldn’t have pulled this out of the blue.

We know Edwards is out of contract this summer, so a move certainly can’t be ruled out. Perhaps it is the case that he feels able to prolong his career for several years, and Argyle are only willing to offer their captain a short contract. Or maybe Edwards has every intention of staying, and his agent has leaked this news to improve the negotiating position for a new contract with Argyle.

O’Rourke’s report is vague, and it’s early, so I’m not expecting anything to surface imminently either way.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★

19/03/26

Caleb Roberts has been recalled from his loan spell with Truro City. The 20-year-old midfielder made seven appearances for the National League side after joining last month, but he’ll now see out the season as a member of Tom Cleverley’s Plymouth Argyle’s squad.

Roberts’ recall follows news that Brendan Wiredu needs surgery on a recent injury, and will miss around a month of action. Roberts therefore goes straight into the squad for Saturday’s visit of Huddersfield Town, and it isn’t out of the question that he’ll start.

Source: pafc.co.uk

13/02/26

As reported earlier, Kornel Szucs has completed a move away from Plymouth Argyle. The defender has signed for Serbian side Vojvodina for an undisclosed fee.

It’s widely rumoured that Szucs had been looking to leave Argyle ever since relegation from the Championship was confirmed at the end of last season. Some would argue that his performances ever since have demonstrated his total disinterest in remaining at the club. Nonetheless, he’s a player of undoubted talent, and he’ll need to be replaced for the remainder of the campaign.

Following Joe Ralls’ injury news breaking in midweek, Szucs becomes the second Argyle player in quick succession who will no longer be featuring for the Greens for the rest of the season. As such, the decision to unregister Ayman Benarous following the transfer window seems even more baffling.

Szucs made 64 appearances in all competitions during his time at Home Park.

Source: pafc.co.uk

02/02/26

Despite being linked with a return to Plymouth Argyle in the latter stages of the window, Ryan Hardie has signed for Huddersfield Town.

Hardie was always likely to be down the pecking order at Wrexham, and the situation became even more dire when Davis Keillor-Dunn joined on deadline day. This accelerated Hardie’s desire to leave on loan and, despite rumours they deal may have collapsed, Hardie completed his temporary move to Huddersfield around 50 minutes after the window officially shut.

Hardie may well return to Home Park this season, but it’ll be in a Huddersfield shirt for the reverse fixture in March.

Source: hatfc.com

02/02/26

Following the Herbie Kane news earlier, Plymouth Argyle have announced their second deadline day arrival. To nobody’s surprise, the Pilgrims have confirmed the signing of Wes Harding, on loan from Millwall for the rest of the season.

Harding is another player who arrives with significant EFL experience. He has well over 200 career appearances, the vast majority of which (177) have come in the Championship. However, he’s been limited to just 11 games this season, and a loan move seems to make complete sense.

Head coach Tom Cleverley was quoted as saying “Wes provides not only versatility and experience to the group but real quality having spent much of his career at Championship level. We have been defensively sound in recent weeks, but it has been clear to everyone that we need more depth through the spine of our team. Wes will only strengthen that, and we are really pleased to add him to the squad as we head towards the business end of the season.”

Harding’s arrival creates something of a conundrum for Argyle, given it now puts them above the EFL’s limit for squad registration. Either a senior player will need to leave Argyle, or one of their players won’t be registered for the remainder of the campaign.

As he did at Millwall, Harding will wear the number 45 shirt during his Argyle spell.

Source: pafc.co.uk

13/02/26

Rumour: Plymouth Argyle have accepted a bid for Kornel Szucs from Serbian side Vojvodina

Age: 24

Position: Defender

This season: 25 appearances

Source: Plymouth Live

Verdict: In many ways, this has come completely out of the blue. In others, this comes as absolutely no surprise at all.

It’s been reported today that Plymouth Argyle have accepted a bid for Kornel Szucs. It’s been an open secret for a while that Szucs has been keen to leave the club; indeed, we mooted on our Deadline Day live stream that windows across Europe were open for another fortnight, meaning a move was always a possibility. Whilst he was linked with a move back to his native Hungary, it appears Szucs may now be on the move to Serbia to sign for top flight side Vojvodina.

The reports have come from Chris Errington. And as we’ve said before on this page, Errington is the gold standard when it comes to Argyle reporting. If he’s reporting that a transfer is likely, he’s clearly received the information directly from the club, so the reliability of this is without question.

The winter transfer window in Serbia closes today. As such, I’d expect to see this one moving quickly.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★★★

02/02/26

Plymouth Argyle have made their first signing of deadline day. Curiously, it isn’t the one they were linked with first. Whilst news on Wes Harding waits, it has been announced that Herbie Kane has joined the Greens on loan from Huddersfield Town.

Kane, a graduate of Liverpool’s academy, has made over 200 career appearances at League One level and beyond. However, he’s been limited for minutes this season, with a recent serious injury limiting him to just nine appearances in all competitions. Given Huddersfield’s extravagant winter spending, it’s no surprise that the Terriers have been keen to get Kane off the wage bill.

Director of football Derek Adams referenced location when speaking about Kane, saying Herbie was really excited about the prospect of coming to Argyle and playing under Tom. He is from Bristol so knows the South West well and understands just how big a club Argyle is.”

Kane has been given Argyle’s number 20 shirt.

Source: pafc.co.uk

02/02/26

Rumour: Plymouth Argyle are looking to complete a loan deal for Huddersfield Town’s Herbie Kane

Age: 27

Position: Midfielder

This season: 1 goal and 1 assist in 9 appearances

Source: Various

Verdict: With Wes Harding seemingly the defender of choice as we head in to the dying embers of the transfer window, Plymouth Argyle now look to be identifying a midfielder. Rumours today suggest they’re about to make a move for Herbie Kane, currently of Huddersfield Town, on another loan deal.

A move here would probably make sense for all parties. Kane has struggled for game time this season, with injuries unhelpful, and has been limited to just nine appearances in all competitions. Huddersfield, who have spent big in both this and the summer transfer window, could probably do with having him off the wage bill. Meanwhile, ever since Joe Ralls’ injury, Argyle have needed to shore up the midfield, and Kane’s League One experience would do nicely.

I haven’t seen a genuine source reporting this one. Rather, it’s come up in various places such as Twitter searches, fan forum posts, and the standard social media fare. I’m therefore cautious of giving it any more than three stars at this point, particularly because Argyle would probably need to offload a player before they can sanction a move for Kane.

Nonetheless, things can move quickly on deadline day, and it wouldn’t surprise me if we see a further update later on.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★

31/01/26

Rumour: Plymouth Argyle are set to complete a loan deal for Millwall defender Wes Harding

Age: 29

Position: Defender

This season: 11 appearances

Source: Twitter/X

Verdict: Based on everything Tom Cleverley has told us, we know Plymouth Argyle have been looking to sign a centre back in this transfer window. As the month reaches its dying embers, it looks as though they may have finally found one.

The Pilgrims have tonight been linked to Millwall’s Wes Harding. Primarily a centre back, Harding has also played across both full back positions over the course of his career, and could prove to be the man Cleverley needs for comfort in his back line, particularly after Brendan Galloway went off injured against Stockport County.

Harding is likely to be available. He’s made eight appearances in the Championship this season, totalling just 201 minutes of action. A loan would make sense, and indeed was mooted earlier in the week when Pete O’Rourke described Harding as a “target for several League One and Scottish Premiership clubs” in the final days of the window.

The links to Argyle specifically have come from the Twitter account of William Scott, a sports reporter covering Millwall for News at Den. Whilst I haven’t come across them before, and it sounds like something of a parody, News at Den does appear to be part of a genuine news network. I assume Scott wouldn’t have posted this had he not received factual information about Harding’s move.

Given I haven’t heard of the source before, I’ll reserve judgement slightly. However, I’m definitely confident enough to put it in the “more likely than not” category.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★★

30/01/26

Rumour: Bolton Wanderers and Plymouth Argyle are looking to sign Wrexham’s Ryan Hardie on loan

Age: 28

Position: Striker

This season: 1 goal in 10 appearances

Source: Twitter/X

Verdict: This always felt as though it was likely to come to a head this winter. Ryan Hardie, incredibly talented as he is, is being wasted on the bench at Wrexham, having joined Hollywood FC from Plymouth Argyle over the summer. With Scotland qualified for the World Cup, and Hardie’s abilities currently underutilised, he was always likely to want to chase minutes elsewhere in the second half of this season.

Cue a tussle between two clubs who know him very well. Bolton Wanderers are said to be interested in a loan deal, and that’s unsurprising; Bolton is in close proximity to Wrexham geographically, and manager Steven Schumacher knows all about Hardie from his own time at Argyle. The other club said to be involved? Argyle themselves, who are “monitoring the situation” according to Sky Sports journalist Anthony Joseph.

I must warn you that I need to pour cold water on this, at least for the moment. I would love to see Hardie return; I think that goes for everybody. However, all the mood music right now would suggest Bolton is his most likely destination. The rumours surrounding Hardie are framed around Bolton’s interest, and there is an impression that Argyle may be able to swoop for his services should that particular deal fall through.

Expect to see Hardie on the move over the next few days. For now at least though, a move back to Home Park appears unlikely.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★

29/01/26

Rumour: Several clubs are interested in a loan deal for Plymouth Argyle’s Ayman Benarous

Age: 22

Position: Midfielder

This season: 3 assists in 15 appearances

Source: Twitter/X

Verdict: Tom Cleverley mentioned in a recent press conference that squad size restrictions could mean it’s a “one in, one out” policy for Plymouth Argyle across the rest of the window. Well, it appears one of those outs could have taken a step closer, with Ayman Benarous linked with a move away from Home Park.

The rumours stem from the familiar Pete O’Rourke, who suggests that “a host of clubs” are keen to loan Benarous for the remainder of the season. I’m cautious that he doesn’t mention any clubs by name, but there are certainly legs here. We’ve even had Chris Errington, the gold standard when it comes to Argyle rumours, confirm that Argyle would be open to loaning the player out before the window shuts.

Benarous has been a bit-part player in recent weeks, and indeed for most of his time at Argyle. And we’ve seen from the case of Law McCabe that Cleverley has no problem being ruthless if he doesn’t particularly fancy a player. Nothing is done yet, and these reports could simply be a case of Argyle getting the player in the shop window. However, don’t be surprised if there is movement on this one soon.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★★

20/01/26

Rumour: Scottish Premiership side Celtic are keen to sign Plymouth Argyle’s Lorent Tolaj

Age: 24

Position: Striker

This season: 16 goals and 4 assists in 29 appearances

Source: Twitter/X

Verdict: I wasn’t going to give this one the time of day initially, but I’ve seen it spread on social media and it needs to be shot down. Plymouth Argyle’s Lorent Tolaj has today been linked with a move to Celtic, but I can see no possibility of it happening.

Let’s make one thing clear: Tolaj is not eligible to play for Celtic this season. Because he’s already played for Argyle and Port Vale, FIFA rules prohibit him from playing for a third club. Celtic could sign him in theory, but he’d be barred from playing again until at least May unless they loaned him straight back to Argyle, or indeed Port Vale.

This rumour appears to have stemmed from a Twitter account by the name of “All Things Celtic.” They claim Celtic are keen to pursue Tolaj after a recruitment meeting with interim manager Martin O’Neill. Given the nature of O’Neill’s employment, Tolaj would almost certainly not be able to play whilst he is manager, so this suggestion is clearly preposterous.

Celtic may sign Tolaj eventually, and they’d certainly be eligible in the summer. Technically, they could sign him now and wait until next season to play him. But that clearly wouldn’t be in their best interests, and this source is clearly making things up.

Rumour rating (/5): ★

23/01/26

Plymouth Argyle have confirmed that Joe Hatch has joined Torquay United on loan. The 19-year-old has played 67 league minutes for Argyle this season across three appearances, and “will now head to Plainmoor for further experience.”

Interestingly, the duration of Hatch’s loan doesn’t appear to have been disclosed in the departure article. However, Torquay’s own announcement states that it is a one-month deal, presumably with the provision to extend further if desired.

Hatch was recalled from a previous loan spell at Taunton Town, made one Argyle appearance from the bench after coming back, and hasn’t been seen in a matchday squad since. This move, albeit briefly, closes a particularly bizarre chapter in his career.

Source: pafc.co.uk

16/01/26

Goalkeeper Zak Baker has joined Plymouth Parkway on a three-month loan deal.

The 21-year-old hasn’t made a first team appearance this season. That was despite Conor Hazard’s injury earlier in the campaign. Luca Ashby-Hammond filled in, even in the cup competitions, and from there Baker’s place in the pecking order was clear. It has remained the case, so a loan move clearly makes sense.

Baker spent time at Parkway last season too, and will be reunited with old teammates at Bolitho Park.

Source: pafc.co.uk

15/01/26

Plymouth Argyle have this morning announced that Bali Mumba has departed the club. The 24-year-old has joined Huddersfield Town on a permanent deal, for a fee believed to be around £1 million. It is rumoured that the £1 million figure will only be reached if certain add-on conditions are met.

Mumba first joined Argyle as a loanee from Norwich City in the 2022/23 season, and played an integral role as the Pilgrims won the League One title. He joined permanently after that, but hasn’t really hit the same heights since, hampered slightly by being required to play in multiple positions ever since.

Upon Mumba’s departure, director of football Derek Adams said “Bali has been an incredible servant to the football club, forming an integral part of the side who clinched the League One title with 101 points. He expressed a desire to move on to the next stage of his career, and the club would never stand in his way after all his contributions to Argyle over the years.”

Reactions to the news have been mixed. There is an impression that the move suits all parties; Mumba will get the opportunity to play in his favoured left wing back position at Huddersfield, whilst Argyle will have lowered their wage bill, and had the opportunity to find a replacement (in Ronan Curtis) who perhaps fits the current formation better.

However, there must be an element of regret. Mumba’s signing in the summer of 2023 appeared to be a bargain at the time, and the four-year contract ought to have seen Mumba develop more as a player and generate significant resale value. To sell him in these circumstances feels like an almighty opportunity missed.

Source: pafc.co.uk

13/01/26

Rumour: Bali Mumba is set to have a medical at Huddersfield Town tomorrow

Age: 24

Position: Left wing back

This season: 4 assists in 30 appearances

Source: Plymouth Live

Verdict: After over three years of service, it really does appear that Bali Mumba’s time at Plymouth Argyle is coming to an end.

Since reports initially broke through Football League World today, several journalists have confirmed that Mumba’s move to Huddersfield Town is progressing at pace. The most notable of those is Chris Errington, who has now suggested that Mumba is set to have a medical with Huddersfield tomorrow. Errington mentioned that “The clubs have agreed a fee in the region of £1 million for the 24-year-old.”

This rumour has taken exactly the same trajectory as Ronan Curtis’ move to Home Park. Football League World broke the story first, and we had the closest thing to confirmation when Errington posted his article a little later on. Given the Curtis deal was eventually announced, I think we can conclude Mumba’s move is now imminent.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★★★

10/01/26

Despite reports to the contrary, Plymouth Argyle are not believed to be in the race to sign defender Reece Welch this month.

Plymouth Live’s Chris Errington alluded to the news in an article discussing Argyle’s latest arrival, Ronan Curtis. In it, Errington says “meanwhile, Plymouth Live understands that Argyle are not looking to sign Everton defender Reece Welch on loan, despite speculation they are interested in a deal for the 22-year-old.”

Our initial working assumption was that Argyle turned their attentions to Welch after failing in a deal to sign Curtis Nelson. Now? Well, either Welch has also turned Argyle down in favour of another club (possibly Sheffield Wednesday), or Argyle aren’t actually in for a centre back at all.

Source: Plymouth Live

10/01/26

Rumour: Plymouth Argyle are set to trigger the release clause of Flint Town defender Isaac Lee

Age: 22

Position: Centre back

This season: 1 goal and 3 assists in 21 appearances

Source: Twitter/X

Verdict: Another defender linked? Well, I suppose this is clear evidence that Plymouth Argyle are looking to strengthen their options at centre back this winter.

Today, reports have emerged that the Pilgrims are set to meet the release clause for Isaac Lee. The 22-year-old, who I believe holds joint English and South Korean nationality, currently plays for Flint Town United (genuinely their name) in the Welsh top flight. And he’s clearly made an impression, his performance alerting several EFL clubs to his availability.

It seems to be a classic “market value” signing, although I do have a couple of reservations. First of all, the report comes from Pete O’Rourke, whose reputation took a slight hit this week. He was the first, and most prominent, journalist to claim Argyle were set to complete a loan deal for Everton’s Reece Welch. As we’ve recently learnt from Chris Errington, that deal appears to be off. For Argyle fans, it could be a case of “once bitten, twice shy” when it comes to O’Rourke.

Additionally, even if this report is accurate, Argyle face competition to secure Lee’s signature. O’Rourke claims that the Greens are set to meet his release clause alongside Stevenage, Peterborough United, Walsall, Bromley, Salford City and Shrewsbury Town. As the recent summer taught us, we can’t assume Argyle will beat this competition on account of their larger budget alone.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★

13/01/26

Rumour: Huddersfield Town have opened talks to sign Plymouth Argyle’s Bali Mumba

Age: 24

Position: Left wing back

This season: 4 assists in 30 appearances

Source: Football League World

Verdict: After a few rumours of potential incomings at Home Park, and indeed the first signing of the window in Ronan Curtis, we now have rumblings of a potential departure from Plymouth Argyle.

Whilst it doesn’t seem to have been said officially, it’s been rumoured that Bali Mumba has been looking for a way out of Argyle ever since relegation from the Championship. Reports today suggest he may be about to get their wish. Football League World have stated that fellow League One side Huddersfield Town are looking to sign the wing back on a permanent deal.

Huddersfield may seem like a surprising destination, but it actually makes a great deal of sense. The Terriers, competing for promotion from the third tier, are clearly higher up the food chain than Argyle at present. We know they have a significant budget, whilst Argyle’s own finances have been described as “perilous,” which could make a sale tempting. Additionally, Huddersfield have been playing with wing backs recently, meaning Mumba could be deployed in his favoured position.

Football League World also have plenty of credit in the bank at the moment. They were the first to report on Argyle’s interest in Curtis, which seemed surprising at the time but eventually came to fruition. If they are to be believed this time, it could end up being the case that Argyle see Curtis as a direct Mumba replacement.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★★

10/01/26

Following strong rumours earlier in the week, Plymouth Argyle have completed their first signing of 2026. The Pilgrims have signed 29-year-old Ronan Curtis, from fellow League One side Port Vale.

Curtis, formerly of Portsmouth and AFC Wimbledon, has signed a two-and-a-half-year contract at Home Park.

Head coach Tom Cleverley was quoted as saying “We are really pleased to bring Ronan to the club. He has played most of his English career at League One level so has knowledge and experience of the division which will only benefit the group of players we have here.” Meanwhile, director of football Derek Adams described Curtis as “a direct, exciting winger who the Green Army will enjoy watching.”

Curtis will wear Argyle’s number 28 shirt during his time in Devon.

Source: pafc.co.uk

09/01/26

Earlier in the window, Plymouth Argyle were believed to be keen on bringing Curtis Nelson back to the club. Interest in the now 32-year-old centre back was never really concretely confirmed, however. Despite rumours on social media, more reliable sources seemed to advise caution, and that’s taken a step further today.

This morning, journalist Pete O’Rourke reported that Milton Keynes were leading the hunt to sign Nelson. He did actually confirm Argyle’s interest, alongside the likes of Mansfield Town and Burton Albion, but made it clear that MK was the player’s most likely destination. The opportunity to work with former manager Paul Warne, and realistically earn more money, probably played a significant role in that decision.

Admittedly, this one isn’t officially over yet. But given O’Rourke was the journalist who broke the Reece Welch story an hour prior, my working assumption is that Argyle made a tentative move for Nelson, were rebuffed, and moved on to their secondary target.

Source: Football Insider

09/01/26

Rumour: Reece Welch is set to join Plymouth Argyle on loan from Everton

Age: 22

Position: Centre back

This season: 0 appearances

Source: Football Insider

Verdict: News emerged yesterday that Plymouth Argyle were in concrete talks to make Ronan Curtis their first signing of the January window. That deal hasn’t been announced yet but, if we are to believe reports emerging today, a second arrival may follow shortly behind.

This morning, Argyle were linked with a loan move for Everton’s Reece Welch. The 22-year-old centre back hasn’t made a first team appearance for the Toffees this season, but has been on the bench in Premier League games on seven occasions. Additionally, he appeared for Everton’s youth side in a pizza cup game against Grimsby Town in November, getting an assist during his 16 minutes on the pitch.

A move for Welch would probably make sense. Whether we see it as a priority or not is up for debate, but Argyle have clearly been chasing a centre back this month (possibly an indication that Julio Pleguezuelo’s injury is significant). The Pilgrims seem to have at least had some interest in Curtis Nelson, but with that deal seemingly not getting off the ground it seems Welch is the next in line.

That feels truer when we consider the source. Pete O’Rourke, as long-term followers of this page will know, doesn’t have a perfect track record, but it’s certainly better than most. And, when he links one player to a specific club rather than several, his words certainly carry more weight. In his article, O’Rourke clearly states that Argyle lead the race to sign Welch ahead of Sheffield Wednesday; that’s got to mean something.

Watch this space here; it’s very much one that falls into the “more likely than not” category.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★★

08/01/26

Rumour: Plymouth Argyle are looking to sign Ronan Curtis on a permanent deal

Age: 29

Position: Winger

This season: 3 goals and 6 assists in 27 appearances

Source: Plymouth Live

Verdict: Well well, this rumour has just stepped up a gear. Following reports from Football League World earlier today, Plymouth Argyle’s links to Ronan Curtis have been given confirmation from an even more reliable source, with Chris Errington of Plymouth Live reporting that Argyle are looking to complete a permanent deal.

Errington’s Plymouth Live article leans on the Football League World piece from earlier, whilst also mentioning Tom Cleverley’s comments about the transfer window. Indeed, Cleverley mentioned that “a forward and wide player” are both on the incoming agenda, and Curtis could well fit the bill for both.

When it reaches the stage of Errington’s confirmation, we must assume that a deal is imminent. Expect to hear more on this one soon.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★★★

08/01/26

Rumour: Plymouth Argyle are keen on signing Port Vale’s Ronan Curtis

Age: 29

Position: Winger

This season: 3 goals and 6 assists in 27 appearances

Source: Football League World

Verdict: In Lorent Tolaj, Plymouth Argyle have had great success from a player brought in from Port Vale. So how about another? That’s the route Argyle are looking to take once more, if you believe reports that have surfaced today.

The Pilgrims have been linked with a move for Ronan Curtis. The former Portsmouth winger, who can also play anywhere across a front three, played a key role alongside Tolaj in Vale’s promotion from League Two last season. Unlike the Swiss striker, Curtis doesn’t appear to have adapted to League One as he’d have liked, but Argyle seem to be hoping that the talents he displayed last season are still there.

The source here is an article in Football League World. They don’t have a perfect record, but it’s decent enough. This isn’t a case of a random Twitter account making a link, nor a site linking a player with several clubs in a scattergun approach. They’ve stuck their neck out by linking Curtis directly with Argyle, and that suggests to me there is at least some weight behind the rumour.

It feels more likely than not, this one. But let’s wait and see.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★★

07/01/26

Rumour: Plymouth Argyle are looking to sign a centre back, with both Curtis Nelson and Ricardo Santos linked

Age: 32 (Nelson) and 30 (Santos)

Position: Centre back

This season: 2 appearances (Nelson) and 1 appearance (Santos)

Source: Twitter/X

Verdict: Rumours have started to swirl regarding Argyle’s interest in a return for Curtis Nelson in recent days. So much so, the prospect of the move was discussed in the latest episode of the Green and White Podcast. Before today though, these appeared to just be rumblings, with no genuinely reliable sources clearly linking Argyle with a move.

You could argue that’s still the case, but it could also be argued that the rumblings have stepped up a gear. That’s because we’ve now had a tweet from Darren Witcoop, who has popped up in transfer windows in the past. He’s stated that Derby are willing to allow Nelson to leave this month, whilst also mentioning that the same is the case for Swansea City’s Ricardo Santos. The pair have made three appearances between them this season, and it wouldn’t be a surprise if either moved on.

Witcoop’s record, however, is mixed. Don’t get me wrong, he’s got some things right in the past, but he often tends to jump on the bandwagon of rumours once the rumblings are already out there. It’s notable that Witcoop brought up the Nelson rumour when it was clearly already being mooted. If Santos signs from here? Fair enough, he deserves credit. If Nelson does? Nah.

It’s also been framed in a strange way. Witcoop hasn’t directly said that Argyle are interested in either player. Merely, he’s simply added #argyle at the end of his tweet (yep, #argyle and bizarrely not #pafc). It’s a strange way to report, and makes me wonder whether he genuinely believes what he’s reporting, or just wants engagement from Argyle fans.

It’s all of a bit of a mess, but I don’t think we’ve heard the last of this.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★★

06/01/26

Plymouth Argyle have confirmed that Freddie Issaka’s loan at Bristol Rovers has been terminated my mutual consent. It’s a move reminiscent of Law McCabe’s – there was a growing acceptance from both sides that the loan wasn’t working out, so the player has now returned to their parent club for the remainder of the campaign.

It’s worth noting that Issaka has now played for both Argyle and Bristol Rovers this season. As such, FIFA’s rules dictate that he will not be able to be loaned out again during the January window. We can therefore expect to see him in Argyle matchday squads for the remainder of the campaign.

Source: pafc.co.uk

05/01/26

Rumour: Kornel Szucs is set to move back to Hungary and sign for Ferencvaros

Age: 24

Position: Centre back/right back

This season: 22 appearances

Source: Various

Verdict: There’s various sources for this one, and they all seem to stem from social media speculation. Plenty seem to believe that Kornel Szucs is set to leave Plymouth Argyle to sign for Robbie Keane’s Ferencvaros in his native Hungary. Right now though, this all appears to be speculation.

The first links between Szucs and the 36-time Hungarian champions came via the Twitter account of Hungarian journalist Cseh Benjamin. However, his update wasn’t particularly committal. Benjamin mentioned that Ferencvaros were “in the picture” for Szucs, but also that practically every top-flight Hungarian club had also expressed an interest. Benjamin then confirmed that “no Hungarian club has taken any concrete steps to acquire the defender.”

That tweet was around a month ago now, and I think it’s doing the rounds again on the back of Szucs’ absence from the squad for the win over Burton Albion. It’s merely pattern following. Law McCabe missed that squad too, and his return to parent club Middlesbrough was confirmed shortly afterwards. But there have been no further updates on Szucs, and no indication that a move has advanced any further than before.

I wouldn’t be shocked if Szucs did depart this month. There are rumours that he’s unsettled, along with just about everybody who signed for Argyle during the Championship days, and there’s every chance that Ferencvaros or another Hungarian club could strengthen their interest. But I’m going to need to see more before I can consider any move imminent.

Rumour rating (/5): ★★

05/01/26

Plymouth Argyle have confirmed that midfielder Law McCabe has had his loan at the club terminated. He will return to parent club Middlesbrough for the remainder of the campaign. McCabe made 13 appearances during his time at Home Park, but it has now been announced that the clubs have “mutually agreed” to end his loan this month.

Whilst the official announcement came today, head coach Tom Cleverley confirmed McCabe was returning to Middlesbrough following yesterday’s 3-0 win over Burton Albion. He later mentioned that the mid-season style of play was key to this decision, quoted in Plymouth Live as saying “He couldn’t grow into the situation. We needed short term results now, playing a bit more direct than we visualised at the start of the season, and Law suffered a little bit for that.”

Debate will no doubt rage on about whether Argyle got the most out of McCabe during the four months he spent at the club.

Source: pafc.co.uk

03/01/26

Following yesterday’s encouraging update from Tom Cleverley, Plymouth Argyle have confirmed that midfielder Joe Ralls will remain at the club until the end of the season.

Initially signed “until January,” Ralls’ contract was set to expire following Sunday’s meeting with Burton Albion. However, he’s made a significant impression in that time, and the Greens have moved quickly to ensure he’ll remain at the club beyond this transfer window.

Cleverley was quoted as saying “Joe has made an immediate impact since his arrival at the club, both on and off the pitch. His lengthy football league experience has been invaluable to our young squad and when he has appeared he has shown just how good a footballer he is. We are really pleased to secure Joe to a new contract and look forward to his continued contribution.”

Source: pafc.co.uk

02/01/26

Plymouth Argyle head coach Tom Cleverley has confirmed that a deal to keep Joe Ralls at Home Park until the end of the season is nearing completion. Ralls initially signed for Argyle in November, on a deal running “initially until January.” Initially, we weren’t sure when exactly in January that would be, but it has since emerged that Ralls’ initial deal expires after Sunday afternoon’s clash with Burton Albion.

Cleverley, however, is bullish about Argyle’s chances of keeping Ralls around. Speaking to Plymouth Live over an extended contract, he said “All but agreed on that one. We have got him until after Sunday and we are all very hopeful that there will be an announcement Monday.”

Given his impact since signing, Ralls’ contract extension will surely be seen as the first big plus of Argyle’s transfer window, if indeed a deal is agreed.

Source: Plymouth Live

05/11/25

Following a poor run of form, Plymouth Argyle have dipped into the free agent market. The Pilgrims have completed the signing of Joe Ralls, on a “short-term contract, initially until January.”

A 32-year-old midfielder, Ralls joins Argyle having been released by Cardiff City in the summer. He’s previously spent 14 years at Cardiff, often captaining the side, and regularly featuring for the Bluebirds in the Championship.

Head coach Tom Cleverley was quoted as saying “Joe has extensive experience at Championship level and will bring that experience and leadership qualities to our young squad. Alongside that, he is an exceptional footballer who will strengthen our midfield options and add versatility across a number of positions.”

Ralls will be available for Saturday’s trip to Huddersfield Town, and will wear the number 32 shirt during his stay at Home Park.

Source: pafc.co.uk

01/09/25

Plymouth Argyle have officially announced the signing of Owen Dale. The 26-year-old was linked with the club earlier on deadline day, and his arrival has been announced, with the player joining on a season-long loan from Oxford United.

Upon Dale’s arrival, head coach Tom Cleverley was quoted as saying ““Owen brings with him strong EFL experience having played close to 250 games at just 26 years of age. Nearly 150 of those have come at League One level, and he has also played at a higher level for Oxford United, so will bring real quality and experience to the squad.”

“He will add to the mentality of the group but most importantly will strengthen our options in a wide area and increase our creativity and output. I am delighted to bring him to Argyle and want to welcome him to the club.”

Dale will wear the number 35 shirt during his stay at Home Park and, based on Chris Errington’s reporting on the deal, he will become the final signing for the Pilgrims this summer.

Source: pafc.co.uk

01/09/25

A surprise late move has been made, and it concerns an outgoing from Plymouth Argyle. Freddie Issaka, the Argyle academy graduate, has departed on a season-long loan to Bristol Rovers.

It’s a deal that feels acceptable in a vacuum, given Issaka’s need for minutes to continue his development. However, it seems a surprising deal to sanction now, given Tom Cleverley’s insistence on playing with a 4-2-3-1, paired with the lack of fit wingers Argyle have on their books after Xavier Amaechi’s injury.

Source: pafc.co.uk

01/09/25

Plymouth Argyle’s proposed move for Ethan Ennis has officially not gone through, with the player announced as a new signing by Fleetwood Town. The 20-year-old joins the Cod Army on a season-long loan from Manchester United.

Unlike the reported interest in Ollie Cooper, we can be absolutely certain that Argyle made a proposal for Ennis, given the quality of sources reporting on the offer. Thus, this must be seen as an unfortunate failure by the club.

Source: fleetwoodtownfc.com

01/09/25

As expected, Swansea City’s Ollie Cooper has completed a loan move to Wigan Athletic.

The midfielder was linked with a move to Plymouth Argyle, albeit tentatively, in reports yesterday. However, it’s now been confirmed that he’ll be linking up with ex-Argyle manager Ryan Lowe at his new club.

Source: wiganathletic.com

01/09/25

That was quick. Mere moments after Chris Errington broke the news that Plymouth Argyle were set to complete the signing of Middlesbrough’s Law McCabe, the club themselves have confirmed that McCabe has joined on a season-long loan.

Head coach Tom Cleverley was quoted as saying “Law is an exceptional young talent who is highly thought of by everyone at Middlesbrough. He is technically very good, excellent on the ball, and will complement the style of play we are looking to implement, perfectly.”

McCabe, currently away on England duty at under-20 level, doesn’t have a great deal of appearances at senior level. Middlesbrough will gain from this deal as McCabe gets games with Argyle. Hopefully, he’ll be good enough to ensure Argyle gain from the deal too.

Source: pafc.co.uk