Chris Wilder’s side pulled off a stunning penalty shoot-out win over Manchester United on Friday evening following Matt Crooks’ equaliser to make it 1-1 after 90 minutes.
Boro have beaten the Red Devils only once since 2005 – beating them on penalties once again in a League Cup clash in 2015.
The Championship club will now face another tough test in Tottenham Hotspur in the fifth round – however will play their tie at the Riverside Stadium this time.
Here are the best of today’s transfer rumours...
1. Saints target Nottingham Forest boss
Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper is reportedly on the radar of Southampton. Ralph Hasenhuttl could depart St Mary's when his contract expires in 2024 and it is thought that the Premier League club will look to Cooper to replace him. (Pete O'Rourke) Photo: Alex Livesey
2. Tigers 'unlikely' to delve into free agent market
Hull City boss Shota Arveladze has claimed it is unlikely that the club will delve into the free agent market in the near future. The Tigers have been liked with the likes of Josh Sims, Andre Wisdom and Hal Robson-Kanu, who are all still without clubs. (The 72) Photo: Malcolm Couzens
3. Ex-QPR boss eyed former Preston star
Ex-QPR manager, Ian Holloway, has admitted he tried to sign Billy Bodin before the winger joined Preston North End in 2018. The 29-year-old has scored three goals and assisted another three in 12 league appearances for Oxford united this season. (Quest) Photo: Nathan Stirk
4. Premier League clubs in battle for Coventry City defender
Southampton and Burnley are reportedly interested in signing Coventry City defender Michael Rose. The 27-year-old will have a year remaining on on his contract when the season ends. (Coventry Live) Photo: Shaun Botterill