Preston host Swansea City on the opening day, before encounters against the likes of Norwich City, Stoke and Brentford swiftly follow. Meanwhile, the club continues to pursue some key transfer targets, as the window starts to intensify. Here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Leeds-linked defender tipped for exit
Aston Villa and Leeds United-linked defender Rico Henry is "expected to leave" Brentford this summer. £10m-rated Brentford ace is set to be in high-demand, as he looks to secure Premier League football. (The 72) Photo: Lewis Storey
2. Ritchie could sweeten Wilson deal
Newcastle United could beat Aston Villa to the signing of Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson, with a rumoured offer including versatile midfielder Matt Ritchie believed to be of interest to the Cherries. (Sky Sports) Photo: Pool
3. Hoops land Dickie
QPR have completed the signing of defender Rob Dickie from Oxford United. The highly-rated centre-back could make his debut in the EFL Cup against Plymouth this weekend. (BBC Sport) Photo: Julian Finney
4. Browne set to stay at Boro
Middlesbrough are said to have no intentions of sending in-demand winger Marcus Browne out on loan this season, as the ex-West Ham man is set to play a "major role" for Boro in the upcoming campaign. (Northern Echo) Photo: Jan Kruger