Even in its absence, however, the top flight has still been at the root of plenty of gossip and speculation, with Leeds United no strangers to the inner workings of the rumour mill.
As always, we’ve gathered all of the latest news from around the web – click and scroll through to get up to date with all of the most recent updates.
1. Newcastle target prolific midfielder
Newcastle United are monitoring the situation of Austrian midfielder Raphael Holzhauser. The 27-year-old has hit nine goals and eight assists in 12 league matches for Belgian side Beerschot so far this season. (Jeunes Footeux) Photo by Kristof Van Accam/BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images Photo: KRISTOF VAN ACCOM
2. St. Etienne look to offer Slimani escape route
Saint Etienne are keen to sign Leicester City forward Islam Slimani and offer him a way out of his Premier League nightmare. The Algerian has struggled in England, and also had a doomed loan spell at Newcastle United. (L'Equipe) Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images Photo: Michael Regan
3. Everton and Palace in Diaz hunt
Everton and Crystal Palace have joined the hunt to sign Real Madrid striker Mariano Diaz. The La Liga champion is out of favour in the Spanish capital and could be on the move in the near future. (Sport) Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images Photo: Angel Martinez
4. Wilder reveals stance on Norrington-Davies
Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder has claimed that he has no intention of selling left-back Rhys Norrington-Davies in January, amid reported interest from Burnley. The Wales international is currently on loan at Luton Town, with West Brom and Stoke City also said to be keen. (Yorkshire Live) Photo by Geoff Caddick / AFP Photo: GEOFF CADDICK
5. Potter reassures Alzate
Brighton manager Graham Potter has assured midfielder Steven Alzate that he still has a big part to play this season. The Colombian has played just 11 minutes of action in the Seagulls' last four Premier League matches. (The Argus) Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images Photo: Jan Kruger
6. Burnley sign young striker
Burnley have completed a deal for teenage Danish striker Arman Taranis. The U19 international impressed during a recent trial spell at Turf Moor. (Official club website) Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images Photo: Alex Pantling