Leeds United will be keen to get off to a good start and build some momentum, as they look to push on for automatic promotion and avoid the potential difficulties of the dreaded play-offs. For now, here's all the latest news and gossip from the Championship.
7. Monk hints at heavy squad rotation
Sheffield Wednesday boss Garry Monk has insisted his squad as a whole is more important than the starting XI to face Nottingham Forest this weekend, and has suggested he will heavily rotate it over the coming weeks. (The Star) Photo: Nigel Roddis
8. Spurs could hijack Eagles deal
Spurs could be set to beat Crystal Palace to the signing of West Brom defender Nathan Ferguson, who came close to joining the Eagles last January before an injury scuppered the deal. (Football Insider) Photo: Nathan Stirk
9. Whites urged to pursue Ayala
Ex-England striker Kevin Phillips has claimed Middlesbrough's Daniel Ayala would be a "shrewd signing" for Leeds, and that his footballing experience would make him an invaluable addition to the Whites. (Football Insider) Photo: Harry Murphy