Championship Clubs Track Cheltenham Star Charlie McCann

Championship and League One clubs are monitoring Cheltenham Town midfielder Charlie McCann after his strong League Two performances, with scouts tracking the 24-year-old as he helps push the club toward a promotion challenge.

According to Football Insider, McCann has scored seven goals in nine League Two games from midfield, helping Cheltenham rise to fourth in the table. The former Manchester United and Rangers player was named League Two Player of the Month for September.

Football Insider reported that McCann, who joined Cheltenham in June for what the club called a "nominal fee," has attracted interest because of his attacking ability and versatility in midfield.

Cheltenham are believed to be reluctant to sell McCann because of his importance to their plans after a strong start to the season. The club have no plans to lose the player shortly after his arrival.

McCann has drawn attention from clubs higher in the English football pyramid after earlier spells with Manchester United and Rangers. According to Football Insider, his performances for Barrow helped earn him a move to Cheltenham.

Football Insider reported that the midfielder has failed to score in only three of his nine League One appearances this term and has continued to impress scouts despite receiving a red card in his latest match.

McCann has also represented Northern Ireland at Under-21 level, and Football Insider reported that his current form could support ambitions of earning a senior international opportunity this season.

The report added that Championship clubs are preparing targets ahead of the January transfer window as they look to strengthen squads, while the potential fee required to sign McCann from Cheltenham remains unclear.