Next up, Boro take on divisional rivals Barnsley in the EFL Cup tomorrow night, before thoughts return to the second tier ahead of Bournemouth's visit to the Riverside Stadium on Saturday afternoon. In the meantime, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
5. Man Utd set hefty asking price for Brooks
Bournemouth are said to have set a staggering £50m asking price for star midfielder David Brooks, as Manchester United ponder a swoop for the ex-Sheffield United starlet. Leicester City are also very keen. (Daily Star) Photo: Mike Hewitt
6. Fresh twist in Benrahma saga
Leeds United and Aston Villa look set to miss out on Brentford sensation Said Benrahma, who appears to be edging closer to joining Crystal Palace in a deal likely to be worth around £20m. (The Sun) Photo: Catherine Ivill
7. Preston demand £10m for Celtic and Bournemouth target
Bournemouth are said to have had a £5m bid for Preston North End defender Ben Davies rejected. The Lilywhites are believed to require double that fee to consider letting the Celtic-linked ace go. (Mirror) Photo: Alex Livesey
8. Murphy eyes Ibrox move
Newcastle United winger Jacob Murphy could be set to snub a host of Championship sides including Nottingham Forest, Derby and Sheffield Wednesday, and instead pursue a move to Rangers. (Glasgow Times) Photo: Mark Runnacles