Boro head into the match in decent spirits after their EFL Cup win over Shrewsbury Town last weekend, and will be looking to maintain their goal threat while improving their defensive efforts. Meanwhile, the club continues to pursue a number of transfer targets. Here's all the latest news and gossip from the Championship.
5. Reading still in Mendes race
Reading look to be moving closer to landing Sporting CP midfielder Pedro Mendes, with reports from Portugal suggesting that the player looks certain to secure a move to the Championship. (Record) Photo: PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA
6. Monk reacts to Zohore speculation
Sheffield Wednesday boss Garry Monk has refused to be drawn on whether he's interested in signing West Brom striker Kenneth Zohore, but has revealed that he's still targeting signings in "all positions" (The Star) Photo: Alex Pantling
7. Ex-Preston ace linked with divisional rivals
Former Preston North End defender Greg Cunningham has been tipped to join Bristol City. He has recently recovered from a cruciate ligament injury that scuppered a loan spell with Blackburn last season. (Football Insider) Photo: GEOFF CADDICK
8. Hornet could join Valencia
La Liga side Valencia are said to be homing in on a move for Watford midfielder Etienne Capoue, with reports from Spain suggesting the Frenchman is their primary transfer target. (Sport Witness) Photo: Richard Heathcote