The Teessiders will be hoping to record their fourth straight win after victories over Stoke, Huddersfield and West Brom during the festive period. Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has picked the side he would play against the Lilywhites. Scroll down and flick through our picture gallery to see if you agree with his decisions:
1. GK: Aynsley Pears
Has started Boro's last eight games and kept back-to-back clean sheets. Photo: George Wood
2. RB: Jonny Howson
Produced a rock solid display at West Brom after switching back to right-back. Photo: Getty Images
3. CB: Daniel Ayala
Was immense against West Brom where he scored and helped Boro record a second successive clean sheet. Photo: Getty Images
4. CB: Dael Fry
The 22-year-old has become a key player in Boro's backline. Photo: Getty Images
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