Middlesbrough news and transfer rumours: Celtic linked with Boro man as striker becomes free agent
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Boro are also in talks with forward Duncan Watmore over a new contract, with the 26-year-old reportedly attracting interest from Premier League clubs.
One man who looks increasingly unlikely to stay at the Riverside is playmaker Patrick Roberts.
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Hide AdThe Manchester City loanee has made just three starts since returning to Teesside in October, with Warnock admitting the player may leave in January.
According to the Daily Record, Roberts’ former club Celtic have been alerted to the availability of the 23-year-old who is hopeful of gaining more first-team football.
Roberts impressed during a two-year loan spell at Celtic between 2016 and 2018.
Former League One striker becomes a free agent
Former Blackpool striker Armand Gnanduillet has become a free agent just four months after joining Turkish Second Division side Altay SK.
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Hide AdThe 28-year-old was offered a new contract to remain at Bloomfield Road at the end of last season and was linked with several clubs, including Boro, before moving abroad.
It’s been reported by Turkish media outlets that Gnanduillet is keen to return to England.
Football never surprises me says Thompson
Finally, Sheffield Wednesday coach Neil Thompson only found out on Monday night he would take charge of Tuesday's game against Boro, following Tony Pulis’ sacking at Hillsborough.
After the 2-1 win, Thompson said: “I spoke to the chairman last night and he told me to prepare the team for today.
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Hide Ad“You learn to expect the unexpected. Football never surprises me and you always have to be ready for anything.”