After the international break, Neil Warnock's side return to action a week on Saturday, when they face recently-relegated Norwich City - a side they've lost to in all of their last five meetings - at the Riverside Stadium. In the meantime, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
5. Ex-Royals ace finds new club
Ex-Reading winger Jordan Obita has found a new club, after being snapped up by Oxford United. The 26-year-old spent the first decade of his career with the Royals, making 191 appearances in total. (Club website) Photo: Gareth Copley
6. Alexander among favourites for Tranmere job
Ex-Luton Town and Preston North End player Graham Alexander has moved to third favourite in the bookies' odds to become the new Tranmere manager, although Paul Ince remains the current favourite. (Sky Bet) Photo: Jan Kruger
7. Westwood branded 'Premier League' quality
Ex-footballer Chris Kirkland has admitted he's baffled as to why Keiren Westwood isn't playing for Sheffield Wednesday, and claimed the stopper is good enough to play in the Premier League. (The 72) Photo: Nathan Stirk
8. Rams target eyes Turkish switch
Derby County-linked striker Omar Niasse has been tipped to join Turkish side Goztepe. The free agent was released by Everton at the end of last season, and is currently a free agent. (HITC) Photo: PAUL ELLIS