Boro have been linked with a host of new players over the past few weeks, and it will be fascinating to see who is lining up for the club on the first day of the new season. Here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Blues suffer Darlow blow
Birmingham City are understood to have seen a bid for Newcastle United goalkeeper for Karl Darlow turned down. The Blues are on the hunt for a new stopper, following Lee Camp's exit earlier in the month. (Football Insider) Photo: Mark Runnacles
2. Cottagers want Kongolo back
Fulham are looking to extend Huddersfield Town defender Terence Kongolo's loan deal. He missed much of his half-season spell with a foot injury last season, while his teammates secured promotion. (Sport Witness) Photo: LINDSEY PARNABY
3. Duo jostle for Watford star
Fulham and Wolves are the latest side to be credited with an interest in Watford star Abdoulaye Doucoure, who looks set to leave the club this summer following the Hornets' relegation. (Evening Standard) Photo: Julian Finney
4. Swans target could seal Magpies move
Swansea City's hopes of luring star loanee Conor Gallagher back to the club look to have taken a blow, with Chelsea set to offer the player a new contract as Newcastle United eye a temporary deal for this season. (Daily Mail) Photo: Naomi Baker