Meanwhile, Championship managers now have less than a month to finalise their January transfer window plans, and the competition for players is set to be especially fierce given the injury issues that have blighted the season so far. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
9. Pedro in bizarre Los Blancos link
A bizarre report has linked Real Madrid with a move for Watford starlet Joao Pedro, who has, apparently, impressed Los Blancos' scouts with his stellar start to the 2020/21 campaign. (Sport Witness) Photo: Richard Heathcote
10. Warburton makes bold player claim
QPR boss Mark Warburton has claimed Celtic and Rangers-linked star Bright Osayi-Samuel is "destined for the Premier League", and stated he hopes it will be with his side should they eventually secure promotion. (West London Sport) Photo: Clive Rose