The transfer window is yet to officially open but Bristol City have already made three very common sense and quietly efficient deals that stand them in good stead for the rest of the summer.
Mark Sykes and Kal Naismith have arrived on free transfers while, on Wednesday, it was confirmed centre-back Timm Klose has agreed to a new 12-month contract at Ashton Gate.
The Robins will continue to be busy in the market as Nigel Pearson looks to build a squad capable of significantly improving on last season’s 17th-place finish, while also reducing the club’s wage bill amid the red line of the EFL’s Profit & Sustainability rules.