Neil Warnock' s side are back in action on Good Friday, with a mid-afternoon clash away to fellow play-off chasers Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium.
With clashes against high-flyers Watford and Barnsley to follow, Boro will be well aware that some positive results would go a long way in boosting their push for promotion.
Meanwhile, last week, Warnock picked up a £7,000 fine for "multiple breaches" of FA Rule E3 following his side's loss to Swansea City earlier in the month.
“The manager admitted that comments he made during post-match interviews constituted improper conduct in that they question the integrity of the match official, implied bias, were personally offensive and bring the game into disrepute contrary to FA Rule E3.1.
“An independent Regulatory Commission was subsequently convened and imposed an appropriate sanction.”
Here are today's biggest transfer stories and the latest team news involving Middlesbrough and the rest of the Championship, as the build-up to the upcoming weekend's action begins:
1. Flint thanks McCarthy for faith
Cardiff City defender Aden Flint has paid tribute to his manager Mick McCarthy for having faith in him to recover from an injury issue to become a key part of the team. He scored the winner in his side's 1-0 victory over Swansea earlier in the month. (Wales Online) Photo: Alex Burstow
2. Milan join Olise race
AC Milan have been touted as potential contenders to land Reading's Michael Olise this summer. The midfield sensation, who could cost upwards of £10m, has also been linked with Leeds United, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich. (Team Talk) Photo: Andrew Redington
3. Wing could join Rotherham permanently
Rotherham United are reportedly eyeing a permanent move for Middlesbrough's Lewis Wing in the summer. He's featured nine times for the relegation-threatened club since joining them on loan last February. (The 72) Photo: Mike Hewitt
4. Red Devils could return for Sarr
Man Utd could be set to reignite their interest in Watford ace Ismaila Sarr this summer. He's been touted as a lower cost alternative to Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho, which could free up cash to land their striker Erling Haaland. (Express) Photo: Richard Heathcote