In the meantime, record numbers of football fans have been taking to Football Manager to get their fix. For a bit of fun, we've fired up the popular management sim and sent the game into the future, to have a peek at who the Tigers are predicted to sign over the next two transfer windows.
5. Matteo Tramoni - Watford - Loan
The Hornets brought him in for a decent fee, and decided to let him out on loan for some first team experience. He's a talented young winger with a bit of pace about him.
6. Amari'i Bell - Blackburn Rovers - 1.1 million
A couple of weeks pass, and then rapid left-back joins on a three-year deal. He's handed the number three shirt, and should play an important part in the Tigers' promotion push.
7. Erhun Oztumer - Charlton Athletic - Loan
The number ten leaves the Addicks for the second time in his career, as he looks to get more game time. He boasts some real flair, and takes a decent set-piece, too.
8. Ivan Guzman - Birmingham City - 135k
Once on the books of Atletico Madrid, the Spanish winger eventually found his way to English shores, but failed to cut the mustard with the Blues. McClaren is ready to give him a fresh chance.