Next up, Preston will look to bounce back in the midweek second-tier fixtures, where they take on Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium tomorrow evening. For now, here’s all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
5. Rovers target could leave in January
Blackburn Rovers-linked defender Cedric Kipre has been tipped to leave West Brom on loan in January. The defender hasn’t played for the Baggies since joining them in September. (The 72) Photo: Pool
6. Barnsley want to keep James
Barnsley CEO Dane Murphy has revealed he’s eager to keep Leicester City midfielder Matty James on loan from the rest of the season, but admitted that final decision will be made by the Foxes. (Club website) Photo: Alex Pantling
7. Hornets ready Pedro deal
Watford are believed to be preparing a long-term contract offer for Brazilian youngster Joao Pedro, who has got his Hornets career off to a flying start with five goals so far this season. (Team Talk) Photo: Marc Atkins
8. Championship duo's target could go elsewhere
Watford and Brentford’s respective hopes of signing Arsenal’s William Saliba in January look to have taken a blow, with reports suggesting the out-of-favour defender could return to AS Saint-Etienne on loan instead. (The Sun) Photo: JEAN-PHILIPPE KSIAZEK