Meanwhile, Boro continue to pursue key transfer targets behind the scenes, as manager Neil Warnock looks to put the final touches to his transfer business and complete his major squad overhaul. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship
1. QPR to win Willock race
Huddersfield Town look to have missed out on the opportunity to sign former loanee Chris Willock from Benfica, as the ex-Arsenal man is closing in on a move to QPR instead. (Sport Witness) Photo: Naomi Baker
2. Hornets midfielder set for Serie A switch
Watford look set to part company with midfielder Ignacio Pussetto, who has been tipped by the Italian press to join Serie A outfit Crotone until the end of the season. (Sport Witness) Photo: Catherine Ivill
3. Toffees close in on Godrey
Everton are believed to have finally reached an agreement with Norwich City for defender Ben Godfrey, with a fee of £26m plus add-ons appearing to be enough to prise the 22-year-old away from Carrow Road. (The Times) Photo: Stephen Pond
4. Whites urged to sign Norwich star
Ex-Leeds United man Noel Whelan has urged the club to focus securing £15m-rated Norwich City star Todd Cantwell, amid reports that a move for Bayern Munich's Michael Cuisance has broken down. (Football Insider) Photo: Pool