Gareth Southgate claims Gary O’Neil missed Boro’s FA Cup tie with Barrow due to a hamstring injury not to avoid him becoming cup-tied.

Middlesbrough have been boosted by the news Jeremie Aliadiere didn’t suffer a broken bone in his leg during the FA Cup win over Barrow.

Middlesbrough manager Gareth Southgate has confirmed Tottenham have “expressed an interest” in signing winger Stewart Downing.

Gareth Southgate has warned Boro they must treat non-league Barrow with respect as he prepares to ring the changes for the FA Cup tie.

Middlesbrough are set to make a 2.5million swoop for Hibernian striker Steven Fletcher, according to reports in Scotland.

Gareth Southgate has reiterated his determination to keep his Middlesbrough squad intact ahead of the January transfer window opening.

A second half goal from Dimitar Berbatov helped the champions defeat a stubborn Middlesbrough side and keep in touch with the top two.

Defender David Wheater is hoping for a recall to the Middlesbrough side for Monday’s tough trip to Manchester United.

Chris Riggott says Middlesbrough have the quality to pull away from relegation danger but must start battling for points on the pitch.

Harry Redknapp will look to sign Middlesbrough winger Stewart Downing to solve Tottenham’s riddle on the left-hand side of midfield.