Neil Warnock's men visit Watford next Friday night in the season's curtain-raiser, before facing the likes of Bournemouth, QPR and Barnsley. Middlesbrough also continue to pursue key transfer targets, as the window continues to intensify. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Watford eye Barca prospect
Reports from Spain have credited Watford with an interest in Barcelona's young midfielder Oriol Busquets. The 21-year-old impressed on loan with Dutch side FC Twente last season. (Sport Witness) Photo: Atsushi Tomura
2. Watkins move could seal Lilywhites' loan deal
Preston North End are said to still have an interest in Aston Villa striker Keinan Davis, and could look to swoop for the youngster once the Villains tie up a move for Brentford star Ollie Watkins. (The Sun) Photo: LINDSEY PARNABY
3. Seagulls join Henry race
Brighton & Hove Albion are the latest side to be linked with a move for Brentford's in-demand defender Rico Henry, and they could look to beat West Brom to the £7m-rated star. (Sky Sports) Photo: Henry Browne
4. Rovers could land ex-Magpies stopper
Blackburn Rovers could turn to free agent goalkeeper Rob Elliot in their bid to sign another goalkeeper. The Republic of Ireland international was released by Newcastle United at the end of last season. (Lancashire Telegraph) Photo: Julian Finney