Preston host Swansea City on the opening day of the season, before encounters against the likes of Norwich City, Stoke and Brentford follow soon after. Meanwhile, the club continues to pursue their key transfer targets. Here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Baggies close in on Kipre and Deeney
West Bromwich Albion look set to beat second tier side Blackburn Rovers to land Wigan Athletic defender Cedric Kipre, and could also complete a loan swoop for Watford's Troy Deeney. (Daily Mail) Photo: Lewis Storey
2. Mackie urges Dickie to join QPR
Former QPR man Jamie Mackie has urged Oxford United defender Rob Dickie to snub a Premier League move in favour of joining the Hoops, claiming the club would be better for his long-term development. (London Football News) Photo: Catherine Ivill
3. Milan ready Deulofeu raid
AC Milan are said to be readying a move for Watford talisman Gerard Deulofeu, who could be sold this summer as the Hornets look to revamp their squad ahead of a push back to the Premier League. (Tuttosport) Photo: Richard Heathcote
4. Robins eye Pearce
Bristol City are the latest side to take an interest in a Wigan Athletic player amid the Latics' financial crisis, and could look to swoop for ex-Leeds left-back Tom Pearce in the coming days. (Football League World) Photo: Michael Regan