Middlesbrough head coach Jonathan Woodgate has admitted his squad remains thin following this summer’s business and that a flux of injuries could be problematic. We’ve identified nine free agents who Boro could still sign to bolster their options this season. Scroll down and flick through our picture gallery to see them:
5. Callum Roberts
Many were surprised when the young winger, 22, was released by Newcastle in May. He had been a regular for the Magpies' under-23 side and was rated highly. Photo: Getty Images
6. Will Keane
The former Manchester United youth product, now 26, was sent out on loan to struggling Ipswich in the second half of last season before he was released by Hull. Photo: Getty Images
7. Birkir Bjarnason
Boro seem well stocked in the middle of the park but the Icelandic international could provide more competition for places with Woodgate preferred a 4-3-3 system. Photo: Clive Brunskill
8. Marco Matias
A player with plenty of ability who won back his place at Sheffield Wednesday last season. The 30-year-old scored six goals and provided three assists last term. Photo: George Wood