Blackburn Rovers are reportedly interested in signing Oxford United midfielder Brian De Keersmaecker this summer. The 26-year-old Belgian has been a key player for the U's, notching 25 league starts and contributing one goal and five assists in the first half of the season. De Keersmaecker arrived in England as a relative unknown last summer, but quickly became a key player for Oxford in the Championship.
What happened?
Blackburn Rovers and Queens Park Rangers are both chasing wantaway Oxford United midfielder Brian De Keersmaecker, who has made it clear that he wants to play at the highest level possible following their relegation.
Why it matters for Blackburn Rovers
The 26-year-old Belgian has been a key player for the U's, notching 25 league starts and contributing one goal and five assists in the first half of the season. De Keersmaecker impressed to the point where he has a wide range of options available to him for his next move this summer.
What comes next?
Blackburn Rovers are now ready to offer him the chance to continue operating at Championship level, while there is also top-flight interest from abroad. Oxford are aware that it will be difficult to keep their star man amid the growing interest, and are expecting to face offers for him in the coming weeks.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way)
Blackburn Rovers currently sit 20th in the Championship, with 52 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LWDLD. They are 43 points behind leaders Coventry.
Goals this season
Blackburn Rovers have scored 42 goals and conceded 56 this season, resulting in a -14 goal difference.
In related news, Blackburn Rovers are also keen to sign Huddersfield striker Joe Taylor this summer. Sheffield Wednesday are also strong admirers of the 23-year-old, who caught the eye during a loan spell with Wigan Athletic in the second half of last season. Taylor struck 11 goals in just 21 league games for the Latics, taking his final tally to 15 across the entire League One season.
