Still, the Whites are unbeaten since early October, and currently sit ten points clear ahead of Preston North Endin their automatic promotion place. Here's all the latest news and gossip from the Championship...
7. QPR race to secure Livingston striker
Queens Park Rangers and Brentford are looking to secure Livingston striker Lyndon Dykes, who has been putting in some fine performances in the Scottish Premiership this season. (Daily Mail)
8. Turkish giants set to send loanee back to Fulham
Fulham midfielder Jean Michael Seri looks set to return to Craven Cottage in January, after failing to impress during the first half of his loan spell with Galatasaray. (Sport Witness)
9. Whites urged to secure creative midfielder
Ex-footballer Darren Bent has suggested that Leeds United will look to sign a creative midfielder in January, as they look to find a reliable backup option for veteran Pablo Hernandez. (Football Insider)