Meanwhile, second-tier managers are already starting to plot their January transfer business, ahead of the market opening again in the new year and providing an opportunity to strengthen squads further. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Weimann could be out for nine months
Bristol City have confirmed that key midfielder Andreas Weimann could be out of action for up to nine months, as he prepares to have surgery following a serious anterior cruciate ligament injury. (BBC Sport) Photo: Nathan Stirk
2. Mowbray wants strikers to learn from Armstrong
Blackburn Rovers boss has revealed he joked to his strikers they need to have "two Adam Armstrongs", signalling his desire for his forwards to match the league top scorer's ruthless streak in front of goal. (Club website) Photo: Nathan Stirk
3. Forest wanted Crooks
A report has revealed that Nottingham Forest expressed an interest in signing Rotherham United midfielder Matt Crooks in the last transfer window, but failed to make sufficient progress to secure the deal. (The 72) Photo: Ashley Allen
4. Celtic target turns down deal
Celtic's hopes of securing QPR's Bright Osayi-Samuel look to have been boosted, with reports emerging claiming that the 22-year-old has turned down a contract extension at Loftus Road. (Football League World) Photo: Naomi Baker