Still, the Whites remain unbeaten since early October, and are sitting ten points clear of Preston in their automatic promotion place. Here's all the latest news and gossip from the Championship...
1. Bluebirds eye Spanish winger
Cardiff City have been linked with a swoop for Almeira winger Gaspar Panadero, as Bluebirds boss Neil Harris prepares to freshen up his side in the new year. (AS)
2. Rams target loan deal for Dutch ace
Derby County are rumoured to be chasing Fenerbahce midfielder Ferdi Kadioglu, who could potentially join the Rams on a loan deal in January. (Sport Witness)
3. Owls latest side to be linked with Reds starlet
Sheffield Wednesday are said to have joined the likes of Crystal Palace and Leeds in the race to loan Liverpool's starlet striker Rhian Brewster, but Swansea City remain favourites to clinch the deal. (Wales Online)
4. Interest grows in Baggies defender
Scouts from both AC Milan and Spurs are understood to have watched West Bromwich Albion defender Nathan Ferguson in action last week, as interest continues to grow in the England U20 ace. (Birmingham Mail)
5. Whites urged to land Man City youngster
Ex-Leeds United ace Danny Mills has urged Whites boss Marcelo Bielsa to source a quality player from Manchester City's youth team in January, should Eddie Nketiah return to Arsenal. (Football Insider)
6. Duo jostle for Gers stopper
Both Birmingham City and Middlesbrough have been credited with an interest in Rangers' backup goalkeeper Wes Foderingham, whose contract will expire at the end of the season. (Daily Mail)