The Lilywhites are back in action on Wednesday night, when they take on Brighton in the EFL Cup. After that, Alex Neil's side will begin preparations for a second tier clash against Stoke City on Saturday afternoon. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Forest hit Arter stumbling block
Nottingham Forest are set to be kept waiting as they look to land Bournemouth midfielder Harry Arter, as the club need to move on players in order to afford his wages. (Nottingham Post) Photo: NIALL CARSON
2. Warnock wants another striker
Middlesbrough boss Neil Warnock has insisted that the club still need to target the signing of another striker before the window closes, despite Chuba Akpom's arrival from PAOK. (Northern Echo) Photo: Richard Heathcote
3. Baggies could turn to Gray
West Brom could turn to Watford's £18.5m striker Andre Gray before the transfer window closes, if they're unable to land fellow Hornet Troy Deeney. The Baggies have lost their two opening Premier League games. (The Athletic) Photo: Justin Setterfield
4. Whites battle for Royals wonderkid
Leeds United look set to battle Arsenal and Wolves to sign Reading wonderkid Michael Olise. The 18-year-old winger is the latest starlet to come through the Royals' ranks, and could attract a transfer bidding war. (Football League World) Photo: Naomi Baker