Sorry if that was unclear. I meant to say I am sure the FIFA transfer ban (3 windows) is deferred/suspended until the appeal process has been completed. But none of the press reports say this, and there hasn't been anything said by the club or the EFL that clarifies the situation. I wish someone would!
We made 3 loan signings the month after the FIFA ruling which implies (although not permanent transfers) that the ban is on hold.