Meanwhile, second-tier managers continue to consider their options ahead of the January transfer window, which will provide a much-needed 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.
9. Boro target set to stay with Bournemouth
Middlesbrough's hope of signing defender Jack Simpson on loan in January look to have taken a blow, following Bournemouth boss Jason Tindall's insistence the 23-year-old will remain at the club as backup. (Echo) Photo: Pool
10. Barnsley and Derby among favourites to land Balotelli
Barnsley have been named the bookies' favourites to sign free agent Mario Balotelli. Derby County and Galatasaray are among the other front-runners to sign the ex-AC Milan and Man City star. (Sky Bet) Photo: Emilio Andreoli
11. Potters down to bare bones in goal
Stoke are to be without goalkeeper Angus Gunn for at least ten matches, after the ex-Manchester City stopper suffered ankle ligament damage. The Potters are now without their two first-choice 'keepers. (Stoke Sentinel) Photo: Richard Heathcote