Meanwhile, Championship managers now have less than a month to finalise their January transfer window plans, and the competition for players is set to be high given the injury issues that have blighted the season so far. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
. Lampard backs Terry for Derby job
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has claimed his former teammate John Terry is "destined to be a manager", and backed him to flourish should he be offered the currently vacant role at Derby County. (Football London) Photo: GLYN KIRK
. Arsenal surprise favourites to re-sign Wilshere
Ex-Bournemouth man Jack Wilshere could be set for a sensational return to Arsenal, with the bookies installing the Gunners as new favourites to sign the free agent ahead of previously front-runners Rangers. (SkyBet) Photo: Stephen Pond
. Hornets duo set for return
Watford have welcomed back key duo Tom Cleverley and Will Hughes ahead of key clashes against Nottingham Forest and Cardiff City. The latter has been out for months with an anterior cruciate ligament injury. (Watford Observer) Photo: Catherine Ivill
5. Coventry midfielder could stay in MLS
Ex-Coventry City midfielder Andy Rose has been tipped to stay with MLS Side Vancouver Whitecaps. The 30-year-old was set to be released, but the club now appear to have had a change of heart. (The 72) Photo: Rich Lam
6. Boro defender out for months
Middlesbrough have been dealt a major injury blow, with defender Grant Hall out for as long as four months with a thigh injury. The 29-year-old may need an operation to aid his recovery. (BBC Sport) Photo: Alex Livesey
7. Stoke flop could return from loan
Stoke City midfielder Peter Etebo could see his season-long loan spell with Galatasaray cut short in January, after an underwhelming start with the Turkish giants. He joined the Potters for over £6m in 2018. (Fanatik) Photo: Nathan Stirk
8. Reds favourites to sign Coady
Liverpool have been named as the bookies' 4/1 favourites to sign Wolves defender Conor Coady. The ex-Huddersfield Town ace has excelled in the Premier League, developing into a senior England international. (SkyBet) Photo: Michael Regan