Cardiff City linked with Liverpool's Calum Scanlon in transfer talks
Cardiff City is reportedly interested in signing Liverpool's Calum Scanlon on loan, as the 21-year-old left-back is said to be available for a temporary move. Scanlon has been on the books at Anfield since his move from Birmingham City as a 15-year-old and has had loan spells away from Merseyside at Millwall and Cardiff City, helping the latter seal promotion from League One last season.
What happened?
Sheffield Wednesday have also been credited with interest in Scanlon, which could present a challenge for Cardiff City if they do move for the young defender. According to The Athletic, Scanlon could move out on loan again and has attracted interest from League One promotion hopefuls Wednesday.
Why it matters for Cardiff
Cardiff City's left-back department has been a concern, with the team struggling to find a reliable option. The Bluebirds have been linked with several players this summer, but Scanlon could be a shrewd addition to the squad. He has already shown his quality on loan at Cardiff City last season, and his experience in the League One could be invaluable for the Bluebirds.
What comes next?
Cardiff City will be hoping to secure a deal for Scanlon before the transfer window closes. The Bluebirds are due to begin their League One campaign away at Leyton Orient on Saturday (August 15), and they will be looking to make a strong start to the season. With Scanlon on board, Cardiff City could be a force to be reckoned with in the league.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 2nd in League One, 91 pts, 27W-10D-9L from 46 games, recent form LWWWD. Goals this season: 90 scored, 50 conceded (+40 goal difference). Title race: 12 points behind leaders Lincoln. Last result: Mansfield Town 5-4 Cardiff (2026-05-02). Recent form (last 5): 3W-0D-2L (LLWWW, most recent first); lost the last 2.
