Fulham are once again preparing for life back in the Premier League, after just a single season in the Championship.

The Cottagers comfortably secured another immediate promotion back to the top-flight of English football.

Indeed, they will now be looking to stay there longer term, having suffered relegation in each of their last three seasons in the Premier League.

If they to finally re-establish themselves, then it is almost inevitable that the Cottagers will have to have a strong summer transfer window in terms of recruitment.

That is something that means despite promotion, the club could still have an eye on the Championship for the time being.

There can be no denying that there are plenty of high quality players in the second-tier who may themselves be ready for the step up for the top-flight, and could therefore be useful additions at Craven Cottage.

So with that in mind, we've taken a look at eight Championship players Fulham could potentially target in the summer transfer window, right here.

With Paolo Gazzaniga having failed to establish himself at Craven Cottage, and Marek Rodak dropping down the pecking order the last time Fulham were in the Premier League, a new 'keeper could be on the agenda this summer.

If the search for an option between the posts was to take them to the Championship, then Lee Nicholls would surely have to be a target, following an excellent first season at Huddersfield.

Following his move to the Terriers last summer, Nicholls was seen by many as the best 'keeper in the Championship in 2021/22, helping his side to the play-off final only to miss out on promotion, meaning the 29-year-old could be ready for the step up to the top-flight.

In defence, the departures of Michael Hector, Terence Kongolo and Alfie Mawson mean that the Cottagers do need some reinforcement at centre back.

One option they could consider for that role is Darragh Lenihan, with his contract at Blackburn expiring this summer after a season where he helped Rovers mount an unexpected push for promotion, and won plenty of praise for his performances and leadership in the process.

A move for Lenihan would also reunite the Irishman with Tosin Adarabioyo, with the pair having formed an effective partnership during the latter's loan spell at Ewood Park during the 2019-20 season, which could now be a useful asset for Marco Silva's side.

Another central defensive option who could be worth considering as a potential target for Fulham, is Middlesbrough's Dael Fry.

The 24-year-old is another who has emerged as a key figure in his club's efforts to win promotion back to the Premier League in recent years, and given his previous links to other top-flight clubs, he could be ready for the step up.

At his age, Fry could be a long term asset as well, and with just a year remaining on his contract at the Riverside, a decent offer could put pressure on 'Boro to negotiate over a potential deal.

One player who has already been linked with a possible move to Fulham in the early stages of this summer's transfer window, is Barnsley's Callum Styles.

Despite the Tykes' relegation during the 2021/22 campaign, the now Hungary international again impressed with his performances from right-back, and given his side's drop into League One next season, it would be no surprise to see Styles move on, given his ability to play at a much higher level.

Indeed, with Cyrus Christie having moved on and Steven Sessegnon out of contract, the addition of Styles could be an important piece of business on the right hand side of Fulham's defence.

Another player to have been linked with Fulham in the past few weeks who could be worth pursuing, is midfielder Joe Rothwell.

The 27-year-old is a free agent following his departure from Blackburn after four years at the club - meaning he is another who is familiar with both Adarabioyo and Harrison Reed - and was one of the driving forces behind Rovers' play-off push last season.

That could see him become a useful outlet for the Cottagers going forward, but with a number of other clubs supposedly interested, they could face something of a battle for his signature.

One other midfield target who might be worth considering for Fulham as they look to bolster their options in the centre of the park, is Andy Rinomhota.

The 25-year-old may not have the same sort of return as Rothwell in terms of goals or assists, but he is a hugely effective shield in front of a side's defensive line, which could be just what Fulham need in the top-flight, and past links with Leeds suggest there is a belief he could make the step up to that level.

Rinomhota is also out of contract with Reading this summer, meaning he too is another who could be easily available and affordable for Fulham this summer.

Upfront, Fulham may well need some cover for Aleksandar Mitrovic, and it has been rumoured that one player they could target to take on that role, is Viktor Gyokreres.

The Swede made a loan move to Coventry permanent last summer, and scored 17 goals and provided five assists in 45 Championship games across the course of the 2021/22 campaign, highlighting the attacking threat he would offer for Fulham.

His previous stint with Brighton suggests he may have Premier League potential, and the 24-year-old could be eager to prove that is indeed the case with a move such as this.

Another attacking option for Fulham to potentially consider from the Championship this summer, is Swansea's Joel Piroe.

Having made the move to Wales from PSV last summer, Piroe enjoyed an excellent debut campaign in English football, with 22 goals and six assists, including some excellent finishes that show he too could be a major threat in front of goal.

Although there are two years remaining on his Swansea deal, it has been revealed that Piroe has no intention of negotiating a new contract with the club right now, which could present an opportunity for clubs such as Fulham to make a move of their own in the window.