Meanwhile, second tier sides have been hard at work preparing for the January transfer window, where they'll look to bolster their sides ahead of the second half of the campaign. Click and scroll through the gallery to see all the latest news and gossip from the Championship...
1. Potters boss plays down dual role concerns
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill has played down concerns that he could struggle managing both Stoke City and a national team, branding the task as "dead easy" (BBC Football). (Photo by DANIEL ROLAND/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: DANIEL ROLAND
2. Forest given major boost ahead of weekend
Nottingham Forest look set to welcome captain Michael Dawson back into their starting XI, after battling back from a calf injury. The 36-year-old hasn't featured since September. (Nottingham Post). (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) Photo: Laurence Griffiths
3. Finland star tipped to shine for Leeds
Ex-Celtic star Jack McNamara has claimed that Rangers midfielder Glen Kamara could shine for Leeds United under Marcelo Bielsa, as the Whites continue to be linked with the Finland ace. (Football Insider). (Photo by MARKKU ULANDER/Lehtikuva/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: MARKKU ULANDER
4. Wolves ready to rival Red Devils for Royals youngster
Wolverhampton Wanderers are believed to be ready to go toe-to-toe with Manchester United in the pursuit of Reading youngster Danny Loader, who has excelled at youth level with England. (Birmingham Mail). (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images) Photo: Nathan Stirk