THE ESSENTIAL

Middlesbrough goalkeeper Brad Jones has completed a £2.3million move to Liverpool. The 28-year-old will act as cover for first-choice Pepe Reina.

Middlesbrough have confirmed that Scotland midfielder Kevin Thomson suffered a broken leg during the goalless draw at Leicester.

Pre-season favourties Middlesbrough endured a disasterous start to the new term though, losing 3-1 at home to Ipswich Town. Despite an impressive start during which Julio Arca headed them into the lead, Boro fell apart and went down to goals from Tommy Smith, Tamas Priskin and Jon Stead.

Middlesbrough boss Gordon Strachan is hoping to persuade former Leeds team-mate Gary McAllister to join him at the Riverside Stadium.

Middlesbrough chairman Steve Gibson is convinced he got the right man for the job when he appointed Gordon Strachan as manager.

Chairman Steve Gibson claims he has no plans to walk away from Middlesbrough, instead insisting he will do all he can to get them promoted.

Peterborough director of football Barry Fry has confirmed that Middlesbrough are in talks over a swoop for their captain George Boyd.

Middlesbrough boss Gordon Strachan knows it could take years for his masterplan for the Teesside club to be fully implemented.

Middlesbrough remain in talks with Celtic after Boro boss Gordon Strachan attempts to bolster his squad with the signings of three Bhoys stars.

Nice are hoping to conclude a deal for Middlesbrough midfielder Didier Digard before the transfer window closes at the end of the month.