But how did the biggest signings of the mid-season window fare? We look at the winners and losers...
9. Pele - Nottingham Forest
There's a lot to live up to when you share the name of a footballing legend... especially in just nine league appearances for Forest. Photo: RAYMOND ROIG
10. Josh Ginnelly - Preston North End
An investment signing for Preston from Walsall, Ginnelly didn't make his debut until April but wasn't expected to go straight into the first team. Bagged one goal in his five league games. Photo: Dave Kendall/PNEFC
11. Nelson Oliveira - Reading
Fell out of favour at Norwich but had a significant impact after joining the Royals on loan. Is free to leave the club if he wishes apparently, with one year left on his contract. Photo: Mike Hewitt
12. Kieran Dowell - Sheffield United
Dowell had a decent impact in his time with the Blades as they won promotion - has been touted with a return and is of interest to Aston Villa according to rumours. Photo: Ashley Allen