Meanwhile, Middlesbrough continue to plot their transfer business as January window deals gradually trickle through, and it will be intriguing to see which new faces Neil Warnock can lure to the club over the coming weeks.
For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip involving Boro and the rest of the Championship:
9. Potters set to win Clarke race
Stoke City are believed to have won the race to sign Spurs' £12m winger Jack Clarke on loan. Middlesbrough and Sheffield Wednesday have also been linked with the ex-Leeds United ace. (Football Insider) Photo: Justin Setterfield
10. Forest eye Plymouth goal-machine
Nottingham Forest are believed to be keeping tabs on Plymouth Argyle striker Luke Jephcott. He's already scored 12 goals for the League One side this season, and has also been linked with Huddersfield Town. (The Athletic) Photo: Dan Mullan