Boro head into the match having beaten Shrewsbury Town 4-3 in the EFL Cup last weekend, and will be looking to maintain their goal threat while shoring up their back line. Meanwhile, the club continues to chase a number of transfer targets. Here's all the latest news and gossip from the Championship.
1. Hornets sign international centre-back
Watford have snapped up Chilean centre-back Francisco Sierralta from Serie A side Udinese. He's been capped twice at senior level for his country, and spent last season on loan with Empoli. (Club website) Photo: Gabriele Maltinti
2. Red Devils could beat Leeds to King
Manchester United could be set to launch a move for their former player Josh King, who looks likely to leave Bournemouth this summer. The Norweigan ace has also been heavily linked with Leeds and Aston Villa. (The Athletic) Photo: MIKE HEWITT
3. Swans target Seagulls starlet
Swansea City are looking to fill the void left by Liverpool loanee Rhian Brewster with Brighton youngster Viktor Gyokeres, who impressed during a spell with German side St Pauli last season. (The Argus) Photo: Mike Hewitt
4. Cherries earmark Ramsdale replacement
Bournemouth look to be stepping up their efforts to replace goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, and have been linked with a move for Charlton Athletic stopper Dillon Phillips. He's been with the club since 2013. (Football Insider) Photo: Alex Pantling