The Whites have just nine more league matches to go, and their relatively comfortable looking fixture run-in could well see them secure their place back in the Premier League. Here's all the latest news and transfer rumours from the Championship:
1. Magpies target rival's defender
Newcastle United boss Steve Bruce is said to be keen on signing Middlesbrough defender Hayden Coulson, who has been capped at youth level at various levels for England. (The 72)
2. German side new favourites to land Bellingham
Borussia Dortmund have been named the new, odds-on 1/2 favourites to sign Birmingham City wonderkid Jude Bellingham this summer, following increasing speculation. (Sky Bet)
3. Blues starlet eyed by Clarets
Swansea City's star loanee Conor Gallagher is being eyed by Burnley as a potential summer target, although he may instead to loaned to Chelsea's affiliated club Vitesse Arnhem instead. (Wales Online)
4. Rovers man set to snub MLS offer
Blackburn Rovers' veteran winger Stewart Downing has been tipped to snub an offer to play in the MLS, and will instead put pen to paper on a contract extension with his current side. (Football League World)
5. Bielsa makes Harrison top priority
Leeds United boss Marcelo Bielsa is said to have earmarked the 10m permanent signing of Man City loanee Jack Harrison his transfer priority this summer, as the Whites edge closer to promotion. (Football Insider)
6. Bookies name relegation candidates
Following last weekend's Championship action, Luton Town are still 1/8 favourites to be relegated, followed by Barnsley (1/6), Charlton (4/6), and Hull City (9/4). (Sky Bet)