With hopes fading fast of Preston North End dipping their toe into the transfer market before tonight's 11pm deadline, their Championship rivals have been getting busy to ensure they have what they need for the business end of the season.
Deadline day deals are being completed as we speak, while the finisihing touches are being applied to others as clubs in the second tier look to strengthen their cases for either a promotion push or a relegation survival battle between now and May.
You never know, the Lilywhites might take us all by surprise and announce a signing as the clock ticks down. Fingers crossed! In the meantime, here's 14 Championship transfers that are in the process of being completed or have been announced as Preston's rivals scurry around for some late deals.
5. Stefano Sensi - Inter Milan to Leicester
The Italy midfielder is reportedly close to joining the Foxes on a free transfer. A 2.5m euro fee will supposedly be imposed, though, if Leicester win promotion back to the Premier League at the end of the season. | Getty Images
6. Matias Soulé - Juventus to Southampton
Southampton have opened talks with Juventus for Matias Soulé, according to Tuttosport. | Getty Images
7. Alex Pritchard - Sunderland to Birmingham City
The midfielder has completed his move to Brum from Sunderland for an undisclosed fee. He links up with former boss Tony Mowbray at St Andrew's after signing a two-and-a-half-year deal. | Getty Images
8. Connor Roberts - Burnley to Leeds United
As well as Dummett, Leeds are reportedly also interested in a loan move for Burnley right-back Roberts. | Getty Images