Coventry City must ensure that neither of these two transfer scenarios takes place in January

Championship clubs will have the opportunity to make adjustments and enhancements to their first team rosters during the January transfer window.

For Coventry City to catch up to their rivals for promotion, this might be a pivotal time.

The Sky Blues’ start to the new season has been lackluster as they haven’t been able to sustain the same level of competition that brought them in fifth previous year.

Although the team led by Mark Robins has been regaining form in recent weeks, there is still a significant gap between them and the play-off spots.

To assist close the gap to the top six, Coventry might aim to add a few new players in the winter window.

Nonetheless, there are a few scenarios in which the Championship team could suffer greatly during the January transfer window.

Here, we examine two transfer situations that, should the market reopen in the coming year, the club must definitely avoid.

Don’t drag their feet on a new midfielder

Midfield should be considered one of Coventry’s top areas to bolster.

The squad appears to be lacking in quality in that area, and a few injuries might seriously hurt the group.

This is particularly true considering that Liam Kelly, who is 33 years old and past his prime, is one of their backup alternatives.

Coventry must move swiftly and forcefully if they hope to add some new players in January.

They should already be aware of one or two prospective mid-season additions given they have had several months to scout and plan ahead.

The club must be ready and prepared to bring in their identified transfer targets early rather than waiting until the end of the window to strike if Doug King is going to make good on his promise to spend in strengthening the first team squad.

The extra few weeks can be crucial, even influencing their chances of finishing in the top six.

Keeping Callum O’Hare is key

The previous several weeks have seen O’Hare return to full fitness, which has greatly benefited the team.

When he plays at his peak, the playmaker is one of the most gifted players in the division, therefore his impact on Coventry’s promotion quest may be significant.

The 25-year-old was connected to a move out of the CBS Arena before his protracted injury layoff, with Burnley expressing a very keen interest.

It’s unclear if the Clarets are still interested in signing the Englishman, but if he can keep proving he is back to his best, O’Hare will undoubtedly have plenty of suitors in the near future.

Coventry needs to put in all effort to make sure he signs a new contract with the team because his current one is scheduled to expire in the summer of 2024.

The Sky Blues may feel compelled to cash in on him now rather than losing him as a free agent if he is unable to reach an agreement by the end of January, but for the coming weeks, keeping him must be their top priority.