As ever, with some key games to watch out for, we preview the main talking points ahead of this weekend's Championship fixture list. Scroll and click through the pages...

1. Nottingham Forest make transfer breakthrough?
According to The Athletic, Sabri Lamouchi is likely to seal the signature of Newcastle United striker Dwight Gayle in January - one of the Championships deadliest marksman. Exciting news ahead of their clash with Cardiff. | Getty

2. Hull City chief fires warning to Premier League clubs
Jarrod Bowen is on fire at the moment which of course means his future is hot discussion. However, owner Assem Allam is reluctant to sell the forward, despite his contract expiring in the summer. | pa

3. Leeds have chance to capitalise again
The Whites went top of the table on Tuesday evening before West Broms win against Bristol City, 24 hours later. Indeed, Marcelo Bielsa will be hoping the same will happen this weekend with the Baggies not in action until Monday. | Getty

4. Preston are one of the best teams in the Championship
Alex Neil is demanding a response from his Preston players after the shock 4-0 drubbing at Hull City. Nevertheless, West Brom will face one of the best teams in the league, according to Tigers boss Grant McCann. | Getty

5. Sheffield Wednesday in need of a result
Its all been happening at Hillsborough this week with Garry Monk and Pep Clotets feud. However, the Owls face Charlton, who are under new ownership, in desperate need of a result to aid their play-off hopes. | Getty

6. Middlesbroughs injury crisis
Jonathan Woodgate, who says Leeds will always have a special place in his heart, takes his Boro side to Elland Road without SEVEN first-team players. A tough ask - but are boosted by the 1-0 win over Barnsley in midweek. | Getty