Jake O'Brien attracting interest of English clubs before transfer deadline day

The Corkman has impressed on loan at Belgian second division leaders RWD Molenbeek from Crystal Palace.

LOAN STAR: Jake O'Brien of Republic of Ireland with his nephew, 3 month old Beau Summerton, after during the UEFA European U21 Championship play-off first leg match between Republic of Ireland and Israel at Tallaght Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile

Jake O’Brien's stellar form on loan at Belgian second division leaders RWD Molenbeek has attracted interest from a hive of English clubs, including Bristol City.

The Corkman was sent out abroad by Crystal Palace for the season with the intention of preparing him for the rigours of the English circuit but suitors believe the 21-year-old is ready for Championship level.