Next up, Boro host Reading next Saturday, in what should be a thrilling contest between two well-matched sides. Meanwhile, Middlesbrough continue to pursue key transfer targets ahead of the upcoming domestic deadline next week. In the meantime, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
9. Boro given Benkovic boost
Middlesbrough's hopes of bringing in Leicester City defender Filip Benkovic on loan look to have improved, with the Foxes now said to be ready to let the Croatia international leave on a temporary basis. (The 72) Photo: Michael Regan
10. Rams fail with deadline day bids
Reports from Germany claim that Derby County saw three separate bids rejected for SV Darmstadt striker Serdar Dursun. Nottingham Forest were also believed to be keen on the towering forward. (Nottingham Post) Photo: Alex Grimm