It’s been a typically busy summer of recruitment across the division, and though the loan market could get very busy once the Championship and Prmeier League windows shut next Friday, most clubs look to have done the bulk of their business ahead of the opening day. Here, Phil Smith picks out thirteen deals that have caught the eye…
5. Jack Payne to Lincoln City
A wonderful footballer with vision and quality that was utterly wasted at Bradford last year. Photo: George Wood
6. Jamie Allen to Coventry City
In adding this energetic midfielder and experienced defender Kyle McFadzean, the Sky Blues have strengthened their spine and weakened that of Burton, a key challenger for the top six. Imminent departure of Tom Bayliss is a major blow, though. Photo: Michael Steele
7. David Wheeler to Wycombe Wanderers
Adding this talented winger, and the impressive Fred Onyedima on the other flank, gives Wycombe a great chance of beating the drop again. Photo: Justin Setterfield
8. Sullay Kaikai to Blackpool
Time for the Crystal Palace winger to deliver on his promise, and Simon Grayson will give him plenty of attacking freedom. Photo: Gallo Images