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.
19. Wigan Athletic - 33/1
The Latics are back in the second tier following their automatic promotion from League One last season. Photo: Lewis Storey
20. Blackpool - 40/1
The Seasiders will be out to consolidate themselves in the Championship under new management. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd
21. Bristol City - 40/1
It's expected to be another season of struggle for Nigel Pearson's side Photo: CameraSport - Rich Linley
22. Reading - 50/1
Paul Ince's side continue to experience issues away from the pitch. Photo: CameraSport - Andrew Kearns
23. Birmingham City - 50/1
Lee Bowyer came under pressure towards the back end of season following a poor campaign. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
24. Rotherham United - 66/1
The Millers have yo-yoed between the Championship and League One in recent years. Photo: Richard Sellers