Middlesbrough’s new opponents ahead of next season were confirmed over the weekend as the Premier League and League One’s campaigns finally concluded.
Sunderland fi as they beat Wycombe Wanderers 2-0 in Saturday’s play-off final, before Burnley’s return to the Championship was confirmed with a defeat to Newcastle United on the final day.
The Black Cats join Rotherham and Wigan Athletic in winning promotion, while the Clarets follow Norwich and Watford in their relegation heartbreak.
Boro have an impressive record against Sunderland as of late and have won five of their last six meetings (D1), while they are without a win against Burnley since December 2015.
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The Black Cats join Rotherham and Wigan Athletic in winning promotion, while the Clarets follow Norwich and Watford in their relegation heartbreak.
5. Tykes face battle to keep youngster
Barnsley face the tough task of keeping hold of Fabio Jalo this summer amid Premier League interest for the teenager. The 16-year-old scored 27 goals in the academy this season. (Football League World)
6. Terriers favourite to re-sign defender
Huddersfield Town are reportedly leading the race to sign Cheltenham Town's Will Boyle this summer, five years after leaving the Yorkshire club. The 26-year-old is out of contract next month. (Gloucestershire Live)
7. Boro target striker reunion
Middlesbrough are considering a move for Huddersfield Town striker Jordan Rhodes, following his winning goal to take the Terriers to Wembley last week. It is unclear whether they will keep the 32-year-old if they were promoted to the Premier League. (Alan Nixon)
8. Tottenham join race for Nottingham Forest starlet
Tottenham are said to have shown interest in signing Brennan Johnson this summer, with the likes of Leeds United, Brentford and West Ham all still keen. (90 min)