Meanwhile, second-tier managers are already starting to plot their January transfer business, ahead of the market opening again in the new year and providing an opportunity to strengthen squads further. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from Yorkshire and beyond.
5. Forest fail in Grosicki appeal
Nottingham Forest's appeal to sign West Brom's Kamil Grosicki has been turned down. with an independent arbitration panel upheld the EFL's decision after the club completed the deal a reported 21 seconds post-deadline. (BBC Sport) Photo: Shaun Botterill
6. Clotet discusses former Blues star
Ex-Birmingham City boss Pep Clotet has claimed that their former wonderkid Jude Bellingham, now of Borussia Dortmund, succeeded against all odds at the club, claiming they lacked resources and battled to "survive". (Sport Witness) Photo: Marco Rosi - SS Lazio
7. Brentford wanted Ligue 1 striker
Brentford were reportedly looking to sign Aaron Leya Iseka, the brother of Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi, in the last transfer window. The Toulouse striker is now thought to be close to joining Metz. (Sport Witness) Photo: BRUNO FAHY
8. Duo set to battle for Cook
West Ham and West Brom have been tipped to head-to-head for Bournemouth defender Steve Cook in the January transfer window. The 29-year-old has been with the Cherries since he left Brighton in 2012. (Football Insider) Photo: Pool