The club have been linked with a number of intriguing targets already this summer, and it will be fascinating to see who Boro are able to recruit in what should be a hectic transfer window. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Royals close in on first summer signing
Reading look to have beaten Cardiff City to the signing of highly-rated Shrewsbury midfielder Josh Laurent, who is set to have a medical with the Royals next week before completing the move. (The 72) Photo: PAUL ELLIS
2. Tykes up interest in goal-machine striker
Barnsley are said to have had a bid in the region of £1m rejected for Livingston sensation Lyndon Dykes, who is set to be in high demand this summer with Stoke City also keen. (Glasgow Evening Times) Photo: Mike Hewitt
3. Baggies look to sign loan ace permanently
Reports from Portugal have claimed that West Brom will need to pay around £9m to land star loanee Filip Krovinovic, as they look to prise the Croatian ace away from Benfica. (Record) Photo: Catherine Ivill
4. Leeds named firm favourites to land White
Leeds United have been made the 7/4 favourites to land Brighton's Ben White on a permanent deal this summer, with the likes of Leicester City (14/1) and Everton (20/1) trailing far behind. (Sky Bet) Photo: Michael Regan