Despite going through a bit of a blip of late, the Whites still have an excellent chance of going up this season, and adding some more quality to their side will put them in good stead to secure a route back to the big time. Here's all the latest news and gossip from the Championship...
7. Terriers midfielder set for permanent Seagulls switch
Brighton & Hove Albion look set to confirm the signing of Aaron Mooy on a 5 million permanent deal, with the Australia international set to leave Huddersfield Town. (Telegraph)
8. Potters looking to offload record signing
Stoke City are still hopeful of getting 18 million flop Giannelli Imbula off the wage bill this month, with Turkish side Gaziantep FK understood to ready to offer him an escape. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
9. Rovers leading race for Croatian giant
Blackburn Rovers are said to be leading the race to sign Rio Ave defender Toni Borevkovic. The Croatian centre-back is also rumoured to be a target for Bournemouth and Newcastle United. (A Bola)
10. Forest plot Ligue 1 swoop
Nottingham Forest are said to be readying a move for Metz midfielderFarid Boulaya, who could look to jumpship before his side become embroiled in a Ligue 1 relegation battle. (Sport Witness)
11. Saints boss stands firm on Adams stance
Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl has claimed that none of his players has asked to leave the club and they have no need to sell, as Leeds United continue in their efforts to sign Che Adams on loan. (Southampton Echo