Boro are training hard ahead of their return to action, mindful of the fact that a slow start could see them embroiled deeper in the relegation scrap. For now, here's all the latest Championship news and gossip.
5. Boro join Fox chase
Middlesbrough are the latest club to be linked with a move for Sheffield Wednesday defender Morgan Fox, as a host of club's take an interest in the player ahead of his contract expiry. (Team Talk) Photo: Clive Brunskill
6. Cherries could blow Old Firm interest out the water
Bournemouth are said to be plotting a summer move for Stoke City's Tyrese Campbell, which could scupper the respective hopes Scottish giants Rangers and Celtic had of signing the England youth star. (Football Insider) Photo: Gareth Copley
7. Hoops target Ligue 2 prospect
QPR are keeping tabs on Guincamp youngster Axel Urie, but could be beaten to the promising winger by La Liga side Levante. (Sport Witness) Photo: Warren Little
8. Ex-Forest boss discusses future plans
Ex-Nottingham Forest boss Martin O'Neill has revealed he will be more cautious before accepting his next managerial role, after a reign of just 19 matches with the second tier side last year. (Sky Sports) Photo: George Wood