MK Dons on transfer deadline day: Dons’ business is done and dusted

How many new faces will we see at Stadium MK today?How many new faces will we see at Stadium MK today?
How many new faces will we see at Stadium MK today?
MK Dons hope to be active in the transfer market today. Stick with us throughout the day to get the latest deadline day action!

Get the latest below.

MK Dons on transfer deadline day

Key Events

  • Liam Manning wants a busy day
  • Villa youngster joins on loan
  • Man City midfielder’s move confirmed
  • Kioso and Robson unlikely to return

A look back at the previous deadline day signings

With not a lot of actual action going on as yet, here’s a look back at some of Dons’ previous January transfer window deadline day signings!

Are West Ham targeting former Dons striker?

Rhys Healey netted 21 goals in 41 games for MK Dons, and his form for Toulouse has attracted attention from West HamRhys Healey netted 21 goals in 41 games for MK Dons, and his form for Toulouse has attracted attention from West Ham
Rhys Healey netted 21 goals in 41 games for MK Dons, and his form for Toulouse has attracted attention from West Ham

He’s been on fire at Toulouse, so naturally, Rhys Healey has attracted a lot of attention and could be returning to England with Premier League West Ham.

Healey has scored a remarkable 30 goals in 58 games over the Channel, having scored 21 in 41 during his time at MK Dons before that.

Like the earlier mentioned Fraser deal, Dons would be set for a cut of the profits should he make the move from Toulouse.

Meanwhile up in Sunderland

Lose 6-0 on Saturday, sack the manager on Sunday, re-sign Jermaine Defoe on Monday?!

Villa youngster tipped for loan move

Kaine Kesler Hayden, pictured here during his loan spell at Swindon last season, may be making a loan move to MK DonsKaine Kesler Hayden, pictured here during his loan spell at Swindon last season, may be making a loan move to MK Dons
Kaine Kesler Hayden, pictured here during his loan spell at Swindon last season, may be making a loan move to MK Dons

Aston Villa full-back Kaine Kesler Hayden has been tipped to make a loan move to MK Dons later today. The 19-year-old spent the first half of the season on loan at League Two Swindon Town where he made 21 outings for the Robins.

Recalled to Steven Gerrard’s squad earlier this month, reports have linked him with a move to Dons on loan.

Man City academy product linked with Dons move

Manchester City’s Matt Smith has been linked with a move to MK DonsManchester City’s Matt Smith has been linked with a move to MK Dons
Manchester City’s Matt Smith has been linked with a move to MK Dons

Midfielder Matt Smith has been linked with a move to MK Dons from Manchester City. The 22-year-old spent the first half of the season on loan at Championship side Hull City but has only made 10 appearances in all competitions.

A regular for Doncaster Rovers while on loan there last season, Smith has also had loan spells with Charlton and QPR.

The move is likely to be a permanent one, with Dons having only one loan spot left in their squad.

Former Dons midfielder on the move?

Scott Fraser looks set to join Charlton todayScott Fraser looks set to join Charlton today
Scott Fraser looks set to join Charlton today

Scott Fraser’s time at Ipswich Town seems to be at an end already after reports the Tractorboys have accepted a bid from Charlton for his services.

Fraser left Stadium MK in the summer after a single season at the club, but now looks set to join former Dons Alex Gilbey and Chuks Aneke - who also returned to Charlton this month - at The Valley.

It is understood Dons will be in for a cut of any profit Ipswich make on Fraser, who left for around £400,000.

Manning’s hopes for the day

Dons head coach Liam ManningDons head coach Liam Manning
Dons head coach Liam Manning

Speaking after Dons’ win over Wycombe Wanderers on Saturday evening, Liam Manning said he is predicting a frantic final day before the hammer drops at 11pm.

We’ll have a busy couple of days to try and add to the squad. I’m hoping it’s done - you never know in this industry. But we’re looking to add rather than move people on.

Liam Manning

Two doors shut... two more open?

Dons were holding out hope for either Ethan Robson or Peter Kioso to return after their loan spells were prematurely cut short by Blackpool and Luton respectively.

That door closed on Sunday though.

Welcome to transfer deadline day!

It can be one of the most exciting and also one of the most frustrating days of the season - it’s the January transfer window deadline day!

MK Dons hope to be active today, with Liam Manning admitting he needs three or four new faces to add to his squad.

Stick with us throughout the day for all the latest goings on at Stadium MK.