Wednesday travel to Cardiff City on the opening weekend of the season, with matches against the likes of recently-relegated Watford, Bristol City, Queens Park Rangers also on the horizon. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Canaries land Hugill
Norwich City have completed the signing of striker Jordan Hugill from West Ham United, beating the likes of QPR and Nottingham Forest to secure a deal worth around £5m. (BBC Sport) Photo: Andrew Redington
2. Villains home in on Watkins
Aston Villa are edging closer to signing Brentford's Ollie Watkins ahead of Leeds United and Leicester City, with Villa boss Dean Smith's previous experience managing the player likely to seal the deal. (Football Insider) Photo: Alex Burstow
3. Villains could win Cash battle
Aston Villa have been tipped to beat the likes of Fulham and West Ham United to Nottingham Forest star Matty Cash. The versatile wide man, who has previously been linked with AC Milan, is valued at £15m. (Football Insider) Photo: Nathan Stirk
4. Hatters step up chase for Bree
Luton Town look to be closing in on signing Aston Villa defender James Bree on a permanent deal, with reports suggesting the Hatters have had a "seven-figure bid" accepted for the 22-year-old. (Birmingham Mail) Photo: George Wood