It’s a mouth-watering season for fans of our clubs in the North West, with Blackpool, Blackburn Rovers, Burnley, Preston North End and Wigan Athletic all in the same division.
But who will finish highest?
Here are the latest odds for next season’s Championship winner, according to BetVictor.
7. Huddersfield Town - 16/1
Carlos Corberan's side were beaten by Nottingham Forest in the play-off final last season. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd
8. Stoke City - 20/1
Stoke are fancied to be in the mix despite a disappointing campaign last time out. Photo: CameraSport - Mick Walker
9. Sunderland - 20/1
A major player at this level, the Black Cats have momentum on their side following their promotion from League One. Photo: Richard Sellers
10. Swansea City - 20/1
Swansea fans will be expecting to be in the mix after ending last season strongly. Photo: CameraSport - Kevin Barnes
11. Cardiff City - 20/1
Steve Morison's side have been busy in the transfer market during the off season Photo: CameraSport - Kevin Barnes
12. Coventry City - 20/1
Mark Robins' side were well in contention for the play-offs last season before falling away. Photo: CameraSport - Chris Vaughan