The Whites' opponents are looking in good shape themselves, winning their last two matches on the trot, and defeated Charlton Athletic 4-0 in a sensational showing last weekend. Here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship:
1. Saints join race for Millwall giant
Southampton are the latest side to be linked with a summer move for Millwall defender Jake Cooper. The towering centre-back is also said to be a target of Rangers and Aston Villa. (Football Insider)
2. Blues defender saw January move blocked
Watford are said to have failed in an attempt to land Birmingham City left-back Kristian Pedersen last January, with the Blues apparently knocking back an 8m offer for the Danish ace. (Sport Witness)
3. Forest striker to play through injury
Nottingham Forest forward Lewis Grabban has vowed to play through the pain of his current knee injury, claiming that the niggle won't stop him helping to get his side promoted. (Nottingham Post)
4. Blues boss coy on Bellingham future
Birmingham City boss Pep Clotet has refused to confirm speculation that wonderkid Jude Bellingham has agreed to join Borussia Dortmund, but did praise the club's academy for producing such a talent. (Daily Star)
5. Leeds face competition for striker target
Leeds United have been tipped to go toe-to-toe with a host of Premier League sides for Besiktas striker CyleLarin this summer. He's likely to cost around 12m, but his price could increase as interest grows. (Fotospor)
6. Baggies boss backs midfielder to impress
West Bromwich Albion boss Slaven Bilic has backed his midfielder Romaine Sawyers to make a big impact upon his return from a ban this weekend, having had extra time to recharge his batteries. (Birmingham Mail)