After Preston's run of gruelling pre-season games against Premier League opponents such as Sheffield United, and Everton, they will be hopeful of getting the league season off to a winning start against Steve Cooper's side. For now, here's all the news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
5. Boro close in on Sanogo
Middlesbrough could be set for a transfer breakthrough, following rumours that Toulouse striker Yaya Sanogo is poised to have a medical with the club after agreeing a free transfer to the club. (Football Insider) Photo: VALERY HACHE
6. Reading still in Mendes race
Reading look to be moving closer to landing Sporting CP midfielder Pedro Mendes, with reports from Portugal suggesting that the player looks certain to secure a move to the Championship. (Record) Photo: PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA
7. Monk reacts to Zohore speculation
Sheffield Wednesday boss Garry Monk has refused to be drawn on whether he's interested in signing West Brom striker Kenneth Zohore, but has revealed that he's still targeting signings in "all positions" (The Star) Photo: Alex Pantling
8. Brescia join Forest in defender chase
Nottingham Forest look set to face fierce competition to sign Apoel defender Nicholas Ioannou, as Italian side Brescia have entered the race to land the ex-Man Utd prospect. (Tutto Mercato) Photo: -