That means a host of League One and Two clubs are eyeing mid-season deals in an attempt to push on this campaign.
Scroll down and click through the pages to view the latest League One and Two transfer gossip from around the web.
5. Ipswich duo depart
Ipswich Town youngsters Tommy Smith and Alex Henderson have joined Bury Town on loan. (Various) | Getty
6. Keith hill eyeing promotion
Keith Hill believes Wanderers will be in a position to challenge for promotion next season regardless of which division they are playing in. (Bolton News) | Getty
7. Chris Cadden bid rejected
Oxford United have seen a big bid for on-loan defender Chris Cadden rejected by his parent club Columbus Crew. (Witney Gazette). | Getty
8. Victor Anichebe still available
Former Everton striker and Sunderland Victor Anichebe remains a free agent after a trial at Doncaster Rovers failed to result in him landing a permanent contract. (Sunderland Echo) | Getty