Neil Warnock's men visit Watford on the opening weekend of the season, followed by games against the likes of Bournemouth, QPR and Barnsley. Middlesbrough also continue to pursue key transfer targets, as the window starts to intensify. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
5. Arsenal face competition for Raya
Arsenal's hopes of luring Brentford 'keeper David Raya to the club look to have taken a blow, as La Liga side Villareal have been tipped to sign the stopper if they can't land Granada's Rui Silva. (Sport Witness) Photo: Justin Setterfield
6. Jambos want Preston winger
Preston North End winger Josh Ginnelly is said to be a key target of Scottish side Hearts. The 23-year-old could well leave Deepdale this summer in the pursuit of first-team football. (Scotsman) Photo: Ian MacNicol
7. Baggies target ready for future talks
West Brom target Troy Deeney is set for "crunch talks" with his club Watford, and a meeting this week could determine whether the Baggies target is allowed to depart in the current transfer window. (Sky Sports) Photo: JULIAN FINNEY
8. Owls defender set for fresh chance
Sheffield Wednesday defender Joost van Aken has been tipped to remain at Hillsborough beyond the current transfer window, and could be given another chance to impress in Garry Monk's back three. (The Star) Photo: Stuart Franklin