Alex Neil's side host Swansea City on the opening day of the season, before encounters against the likes of Norwich City, Stoke and Brentford take place in the following weeks. In the meantime, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Toffees' move could be hijacked
Everton's plans to sign Watford star Abdoulaye Doucoure could be scuppered, with reports claiming Ligue 1 giants Monaco could hijack the deal and bring the ex-Rennes ace back to France in a €25m deal. (Sport Witness) Photo: ADAM DAVY
2. Ayala not on Robins' radar
Ex-Middlesbrough defender Daniel Ayala has been ruled out as a potential transfer target for Bristol City, although the Robins are understood to be interested in in-demand right-back Steven Sessegnon (Bristol Post) Photo: Lewis Storey
3. Swans capture Lowe
Swansea City have beaten off competition from the likes of Preston and Celtic to sign winger Jamal Lowe from Wigan. The 26-year-old is the fifth signing in a busy transfer window for the club. (BBC Sport) Photo: Lewis Storey
4. Villains frustrated in Watkins pursuit
Aston Villa are said to be cooling their interest in Brentford sensation Ollie Watkins, due to fears over becoming embroiled in a bidding war. The £25m-rated forward is also on Fulham and Crystal Palace's radar. (Sky Sports) Photo: Ashley Allen