Middlesbrough: July 2008 - news archive

Boro winger Adam Johnson has hinted that he could ask for a move if he does not win a regular first-team berth next season.

Gareth Southgate is reportedly refusing to increase his bid for Reading midfielder James Harper despite Lee Cattermole's move to Wigan.

Gareth Southgate has given a trial to New Zealand left-back Tony Lochhead, but says he isn't worried if Boro don't sign another player.

England Under-21 midfielder Lee Cattermole has joined Premier League rivals Wigan from Middlesbrough on a three-year contract.

Mido is set for his first pre-season outing at Carlisle on Tuesday and wants to help Middlesbrough secure a top-10 place this term.

Stoke boss Tony Pulis has handed a trial to free agent Thomas Sorensen, who has been linked with a possible move to Middlesbrough.

Wigan are set to complete the formalities of signing Lee Cattermole from Middlesbrough for £3.5m early this week.

Middlesbrough have been handed a pre-season boost with the news that Gary O'Neil is totally committed to the Boro cause.

Blackburn midfielder David Dunn is the latest player to be linked with a summer switch to Middlesbrough.

Stewart Downing has told Middlesbrough fans he is focusing on the new season and not being distracted by ongoing transfer rumours.

Gareth Southgate was more relieved none of his players were seriously injured following Boro's 1-0 defeat to Vitoria Guimaraes.

Ross Turnbull says he wants to sign a new long-term deal at Middlesbrough and hold down the number one jersey at the Riverside.

Skipper Emanuel Pogatetz has confirmed that he has opened negotiations with Middlesbrough about signing a new contract extension.

Middlesbrough could now swoop for Reading's James Harper after accepting an offer from Wigan for current midfielder Lee Cattermole.

Gareth Southgate has admitted Wigan's renewed bid for Lee Cattermole is "pretty close" to Middlesbrough's valuation.

Middlesbrough midfielder Lee Cattermole looks to be a step closer to leaving the club after being left out of the side last night.

Gareth Southgate has assured Boro fans he is in it for the long haul and will not use the club as a stepping stone to another.

Mido has revealed that he has been denied entry into Portugal for Boro's Algarve Cup matches because of visa problems.

Middlesbrough are showing an interest in Levante forward Mustapha Riga with a view to bringing him to England.

Gareth Southgate admits he will now have to sell players before he can strengthen his Middlesbrough squad further.

Middlesbrough and West Brom are being linked with a move for Levante attacker Mustapha Riga.

Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate insists he will not cash in on England winger Stewart Downing this summer.

Mark Schwarzer has revealed he turned down new terms at Middlesbrough to head for a "new challenge" with Fulham.

Blackburn have emerged as the favourites to sign Liverpool keeper Scott Carson ahead of a host of clubs including Middlesbrough.

Hull new boy George Boateng admits he was operating in a "comfort zone"at the Riverside over the last few seasons.

Middlesbrough's Lee Cattermole is back on top of Steve Bruce's wanted list, as reports claim Wigan have launched a £4million bid.

Reading boss Steve Coppell says Middlesbrough target James Harper will be happy to stay with the Royals this summer.

Blackburn have now joined Middlesbrough, West Brom and Stoke for the signature of Liverpool keeper Scott Carson.

Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate has pledged to pick players on form next season rather than on reputation.

Boro boss Gareth Southgate is rumoured to be pondering a late move to snatch Scott Carson from under Stoke's noses.

Middlesbrough midfielder George Boateng looks set to complete his move to Hull in the next 24 hours after the clubs agreed a fee.

Middlesbrough's move for Reading midfielder James Harper has stalled after both sides failed to agree a fee.

Middlesbrough's move for Reading midfielder James Harper has stalled after both sides failed to agree a fee.

Gareth Southgate insists it is imperative that winger Stewart Downing stays at Middlesbrough to ensure they make progress next season.

Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate has revealed he is prepared to extend his stay at the Riverside Stadium.

Wigan have made a £3.5m bid for Middlesbrough midfielder Lee Cattermole, according to reports.

Gareth Southgate says he cannot wait for the new season to start and is targeting a successful campaign for Middlesbrough.

Reading have slapped a £4.5million price tag on the head of Middlesbrough target James Harper in a bid to fend off interest.

Middlesbrough new boy Marvin Emnes is relishing the opportunity to play alongside Afonso Alves at the Riverside.

Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate hopes to one day see his side plying their trade against Europe's elite in the Champions League.

Gareth Southgate reiterated that Brad Jones and Ross Turnbull will fight it out for the Boro's keeper spot after links to Scott Carson.

Hull City look to have won the race to sign midfielder George Boateng after agreeing an undisclosed fee with Middlesbrough.

Gareth Southgate says he is ready to take the club to the next level as he closes in on his Uefa Pro Licence.

Middlesbrough have given midfielder George Boateng permission to talk to interested clubs as Sunderland join Hull in the race for him.

Bolton are still in the hunt to land Reading midfielder James Harper but face competition from Middlesbrough.

Hull are at the head of four-way queue to sign Middlesbrough midfielder George Boateng, according to reports.

Boro midfielder Gary O'Neil is not looking for an exit from the club and is looking ahead to the new campaign according to his agent.

Marvin Emnes says Gareth Southgate played a big part in his decision to join Boro and he is 'excited' at the chance to play in England.

Hull chairman Paul Duffen says the club are talking to Middlesbrough about signing combative Dutch midfielder George Boateng.

Middlesbrough have completed the signing of Paris St Germain star Didier Digard after paying a fee in the region of £4million.

Middlesbrough are still waiting for developments in their bid to sign Didier Digard following his suspension by Paris Saint-Germain.

Middlesbrough have won the race to sign Sparta Rotterdam winger Marvin Emnes in a £3.2million deal.

County Durham-born right-back Tony McMahon is ready to put pen to paper on a new one-year deal at the club.