While he's relatively new to the managerial arena, Monk has already signed some quality players at the various sides he's managed. Here's the biggest transfers he's overseen as a coach so far, ranked from lowest to highest estimated fee.
9. Darren Randolph - from West Ham United to Middlesbrough
Estimated fee. £5m. He had a sensational season in the Championship with Boro last year, and was named as the top goalkeeper in the division's 'Team of the Season'. A terrific piece of business. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images) Photo: Lewis Storey
10. Kyle Naughton - from Tottenham Hotspur to Swansea City
Estimated fee: £5m. The ex-England U21 international was starved of first-team opportunities with Spurs, but he's gone on to thrive for the Swans, and has 130 appearances for the club to date. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images) Photo: Catherine Ivill
11. Eder - from Braga to Swansea City
Estimated fee: £5m. The Portugal international came to the club with a big reputation from his time in his native country, but couldn't cut the mustard in the Premier League. He's now plying his trade for Lokomotiv Moscow. (Photo by Harry Engels/Getty Images) Photo: Harry Engels
12. Jonny Howson - from Norwich City to Middlesbrough
Estimated fee: £6m. The ex-Leeds United ace is now a key part of the Middlesbrough defence, and looked particularly strong under Tony Pulis last season. (Photo by Nigel Roddis/Getty Images) Photo: Nigel Roddis