Meanwhile, second-tier managers continue to assess their options ahead of the January transfer window, which will provide a welcome opportunity for clubs to strengthen after an injury-ravaged start to the 2020/21 season. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Halford eager to find new club
Ex-Nottingham Forest and Cardiff City defender Greg Halford has claimed he's willing to "play for free" until January in order to find a new club. He's been a free agent since leaving Aberdeen last year. (Sunderland Echo) Photo: Nathan Stirk
2. Barnsley target focused on current club
Barnsley linked forward Sorba Thomas has revealed he's fully focused on matters at Boreham Wood despite reports linking him with a move away, and is looking to help his side secure promotion this season. (London News Online) Photo: Alex Morton
3. Bees midfielder lauded by Spurs man
Brentford midfielder Mathias Jensen has been lavished with praise by his international teammate Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg. The Spurs man has branded the midfielder as "technically sublime" (Sport Witness) Photo: Alex Burstow
4. Rams target up for grabs in new year
Derby County's hopes of signing Manchester United's Phil Jones in January look to have been boosted, following reports that the Red Devils are looking to cash in on the England international in January. (MEN) Photo: Michael Steele