How Middlesbrough could still sign Everton's Yannick Bolasie or another striker after the transfer window closes

While the transfer window is set to slam shut at 5pm this evening, Boro could have an extra two hours in which to finalise the details of any further incomings.

Everton winger Yannick Bolasie has been heavily linked with a move to the Riverside throughout the day - with a loan move still possible.

Boro boss Neil Warnock has also said that signing another striker is his top priority before the deadline.

But while the transfer window is set to close at 5pm, there is still time for Boro to spring a surprise and seal further incomings - although the clock is ticking.

As per EFL rules, the Teessiders can be given until 7pm to complete the deal - providing that the club have submitted a 'Deal Sheet'.

These sheets provide details of the impending transfer and confirm that an agreement has been reached, before providing clubs with extra time in which to submit all the required documentation.

The details required on this sheet are fairly basic and amount to the clubs and player involved and the fee being paid, if there is one.

Deal sheets cannot be requested until 3pm on transfer deadline day and then must be submitted, fully completed, by 5pm.

Once received and approved by the EFL, clubs can then be granted permission to submit all the required transfer paperwork by a 7pm deadline.

Boro will also be able to sign free agents after the window slams shut this evening.

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