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. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
9. Boro could swoop for Rahman
Middlesbrough are rumoured to have made a loan bid for Chelsea's £14m defender Baba Rahman. The Ghana international has been on their books since 2015, spending time out on loan with three different clubs. (Goal) Photo: INA FASSBENDER
10. Duo jostle for Atsu
Nottingham Forest and Watford are both said to have stepped up their chase for ex-Chelsea winger Christian Atsu, as the Newcastle United man has been deemed surplus to requirements at St James' Park. (Football Insider) Photo: Nigel Roddis