Next up, Boro take on divisional rivals Barnsley in the EFL Cup this evening, before thoughts return to the second tier ahead of Bournemouth's visit to the Riverside Stadium this weekend. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Reds target could be sold
Liverpool's hopes of signing Norwich City midfielder Todd Cantwell look to have been boosted, following claims that the Canaries are ready to sell the £18m-rated man this summer. He's got three England U21 caps. (Daily Mail) Photo: RICHARD HEATHCOTE
2. Palace escalate Benrahma approach
Crystal Palace are said to have escalated their efforts to beat Leeds and Aston Villa to sign Brentford's Said Benrahma. They're set to meet with the club's officials ahead of lodging a bid, likely to be in the region of £20m. (Sky Sports) Photo: Alex Burstow
3. Terriers could re-sign former player
Huddersfield Town look set to go head-to-head with Rotherham United in the race to sign free agent striker Anthony Pilkington. The ex-Terrier is looking for a new club after leaving Wigan Athletic. (Football Insider) Photo: Nathan Stirk
4. Exeter to sit on the Watkins millions
Exeter City president Julian Tagg has insisted he's in no rush to spend the £4m sell-on fee the club netted from Brentford's sale of Ollie Watkins, revealing fears of the division's financial uncertainty. (BBC Sport) Photo: Alex Burstow