Meanwhile, the Whites are looking to push on in their mission to secure automatic promotion, and will be hopeful of picking up another three points at home to hot-and-cold Sheffield Wednesday this weekend. In the meantime, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship...
1. Tigers keen on Hammers outcast
Hull City have been linked with a move for West Ham United's out of favour attackerMartin Samuelsen, whose contact with the East London club expires in the summer. (Hull Daily Mail)
2. Blades defender could join Terriers
HuddersfieldTown could look to make a move for Sheffield United defender Richard Stearman, who has barely featured for the Blades since their promotion to the top tier. (Football Insider)
3. Forest keeping tabs on Barnsley skipper
Nottingham Forest are believedto be plotting a January raid for Barnsley skipper Alex Mowatt, who has been the Tykes' standout star in an otherwise tricky season. (The Athletic)
4. Hatters ready raid for Magpies man
Luton Town are rumoured to be battling Ipswich Town for Newcastle United defender Jamie Sterry, who is expected to leave the club on a permanent deal this month. (Newcastle Chronicle)
5. Leeds rebuffed by Reds after approach
Leeds United are said to have made a formal approach to sign Liverpool starlet Curtis Jones on loan, but his stunning FA Cup goal against Everton may see the Reds look to hang onto him. (Football Insider)
6. Forest braced for Worrall interest
Nottingham Forest defender Joe Worrall is likely to be the subject of much interest during the transfer window, with Norwich City among the front-runners to sign him. (The 72)