You Are My Boro Podcast

Rob Edwards is set to be appointed as Middlesbrough's new head coach. In our latest episode, we discuss why Boro chose the former Luton manager, and what we can expect of the 42-year-old at the Riverside. PRODUCED BY FRANK FOSTER TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR FULL ACCESS TO OUR BORO CONTENT. FULL DETAILS HERE FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

It's almost a week since Michael Carrick's Middlesbrough exit, so what do we know about where things stand with the search for Middlesbrough's next head coach? We assess the candidates who are jostling for position and what they'd bring should they get the nod. How will the next few days play out at the Riverside? What are Boro officials looking for from the next head coach? And is the fact rivals are also on the lookout for a new boss a complicating factor? TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR FULL ACCESS TO OUR BORO CONTENT. DETAILS HERE. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Middlesbrough are looking for a new head coach after the dismissal of Michael Carrick. What led to the exit of Carrick? Was it a surprise? Was it the right decision? What happens next? Who are the likely candidates? We assess all of the above in our emergency You Are My Boro episode. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

To add salt to the wound of Middlesbrough's season, Sunderland won at Wembley secure promotion to the Premier League. But what can Boro learn from the Black Cats? We assess Finn Azaz's situation on the back of fresh transfer links with Leeds United, Crystal Palace and Bournemouth. And we discuss Riley McGree after the midfielder's comments in Australia this week. SPECIAL OFFER: Subscribe to the Northern Echo for just £3 for three months to get full access to all of our Boro content HERE. PRODUCED BY FRANK FOSTER FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

A couple of weeks have now passed since the end of the Championship season, so what happens next at Middlesbrough? We assess the big decisions facing Boro after the disappointing season, as club bosses carry out a review to determine what went wrong. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Hit, miss or maybe? We give our verdict on every single Boro player this season. And we run through the various departments in the squad and assess what might happen this summer as we discuss Boro's transfer priorities. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Boro's disappointing Championship season came to an end with their 2-0 loss at Coventry on the final day. It meant Michael Carrick's side finished 10th and missed out on the top six by four points. So, what happens next? Boro bosses are now conducting what has been described as a thorough review into the season. What will come of it? What does the future hold for Carrick? And if he stays, what does the head coach have to learn from this season? FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Here we go, then... Coventry vs Middlesbrough. The decider. Boro need to win at the CBS Arena on Saturday, so can they? Will they? We're joined by Coventry Live's Sky Blues correspondent Andy Turner for our special preview episode. FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

And so it goes to the final day. Boro need a win at Coventry and favours elsewhere...have they got it in them? We look back on the disappointing draw with Norwich and discuss the talking points to emerge from the game, including the underwhelming display, Ben Doak's farewell and Jonny Howson's future. Produced by Frank Foster. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Boro Bingo - part two! The same old issues cost Middlesbrough at Sheffield Wednesday on Monday, when Michael Carrick's side could - should - have moved into the top six. So where does it leave Boro with two games to play? We reflect on the game and the main talking points to emerge, including the question Carrick didn't like but was perfectly valid and fair. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

It was 'Boro Bingo' at Millwall as the flaws of Michael Carrick's side were again exposed. And the defeat leaves them playing catch-up in the race for the top six. Are four wins now needed? Can they get them? Produced by Frank Foster. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Boro vs Leeds - a huge game for both sides at the top of the Championship. We preview Tuesday night's game and assess the form and talking points surrounding both clubs. We reflect on the Blackburn win on Friday night and Jonny Howson and Tommy Conway. And make our fresh top six picks with six games to play. PRODUCED BY FRANK FOSTER. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Boro head for Blackburn on Friday night knowing a win will lift them to fifth in the Championship table. So is it time to start believing again? We assess the play-off and promotion hopes of Boro and their rivals. And discuss Michael Carrick's dilemma at the back after Rav van den Berg's return to fitness. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

With the international break coming to an end, we preview Middlesbrough's final eight games and run through our predictions. Will our final points tally be enough to get Boro into the top six? We also discuss Hayden Hackney after his goal for England's Under-21s and Ben Doak's situation after his surgery on a thigh injury. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Boro signed off for the international break two places and three points off the top six, so what did the Luton draw tell us about Michael Carrick's side and their play-off hopes this season? We reflect on the draw at Kenilworth Road, assess the picture in the Championship and make our top two and play-off picks. Produced by Frank Foster. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

The disappointment of Swansea followed by a crucial win over QPR - how on earth can you make sense of this Middlesbrough side? And the same can be said of the Championship play-off race after another few days of twists and turns. Dom is joined by Mark Drury from BBC Tees to pick the bones out of the QPR win. We discuss Jonny Howson, Neto Borges, the injury situation and assess potential Player of the Year candidates. Produced by Frank Foster. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Back to back wins and back to within two points of the top six - can Boro build on that and kick on? They need to take advantage of what has the look of a big opportunity in the next few weeks. We preview the coming games, discuss the defensive injury crisis and talk Finn Azaz and Tommy Conway in our latest episode. Thanks for listening! FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

It's been an eventful week on Teesside - with Middlesbrough's defeat against Watford followed by backing for Michael Carrick and confirmation that the head coach would be keeping his job. Dom and Scott are joined by Mark Drury from BBC Tees to reflect on the events of recent days at Boro. We discuss Steve Gibson's Carrick decision, the head coach's change of tone after Watford and in his Rockliffe press conference on Wednesday and what needs to happen if Boro are to get back on track. Thanks for watching! FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

It's five defeats in six now for Boro after the 3-1 loss at Sheffield United. And Michael Carrick's side have fallen to ninth in the Championship table. So what happens next? Can Carrick turn Boro's form around? Is he under threat? Can Boro keep their season alive? FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Michael Carrick insists he's not concerned by Middlesbrough's form - but he should be. Boro have won just two of their last nine and are outside the top six after their painful defeat to Sunderland. So what's going wrong and how does Carrick fix it? Can he fix it? And how do we reflect on the January transfer window? TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR BORO COVERAGE FOR JUST £5 HERE FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Ryan Giles is back! The left-back completed his move to Middlesbrough on Thursday - but why is it a loan rather than a permanent move? We explain in the latest episode of You Are My Boro. We also discuss Emmanuel Latte Lath, Ben Doak, George Edmundson and look ahead to what promises to be a busy end to the transfer window. And we preview the weekend trip to Preston. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Emmanuel Latte Lath, Ben Doak, George Edmundson and Ryan Giles - what happens next? We discuss the latest on the Middlesbrough transfer front in our latest You Are My Boro. And we also look ahead to the weekend trip to Portsmouth. FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

It's been an eventful start to the January transfer window for Middlesbrough, with Liverpool loanee Ben Doak the subject of Premier League transfer bids. So how will this month play out for the winger? And what about Boro striker Emmanuel Latte Lath? We discuss the situation with both, as well as reflecting on the draw with Cardiff. ------------------------------------ FOLLOW: X: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Morgan Rogers, Emmanuel Latte Lath, the Chelsea cup ties, the summer transfer window, the first half of the current Championship season - it's been an up and down 2024 for Boro. We look back on the year and also assess what 2025 could bring. Merry Christmas! ------------------------------------ FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Michael Carrick showed his ruthless side by dropping Seny Dieng against Millwall - so what happens moving forward between the sticks for Middlesbrough? And what does the future look like for Isaiah Jones amid this week's speculation that he could be looking to leave in January? We also preview the weekend trip to Plymouth. ------------------------------------ FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social

Middlesbrough host Millwall this weekend looking to get back to winning ways after their midweek defeat to Leeds United. We pick the bones out of the Leeds and Burnley games and discuss the visit of the Lions, who will be saying goodbye to Neil Harris at the Riverside ------------------------------------ FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social -------------------------------

Middlesbrough head to Burnley on Friday night for the start of a crunch spell of fixtures against rivals - but who gets the nod up-front at Turf Moor? Does Tommy Conway keep his place after his brace against Hull or is Emmanuel Latte Lath restored to the starting XI? We discuss Carrick's striker dilemma as we look ahead to Burnley.    ------------------------------------ FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social 

Middlesbrough's winning run came to an end with defeat to Blackburn Rovers on Wednesday night. We reflect on that game and the talking points to emerge from the Riverside, including: The importance of Finn Azaz Micah Hamilton's start to life on Teesside The latest on the injury and illness front What does Hull City's manager swap mean for Boro ahead of Saturday's game? ------------------------------------ FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC Bluesky: @domshawecho.bsky.social @scottwilsonecho.bsky.social -------------------------------

Middlesbrough return to action this weekend after the international break, but will Aidan Morris or Hayden Hackney be involved? We discuss the pair amid this week's injury concerns. On the subject of internationals, Ben Doak has starred for Scotland, but that won't change the winger's mentality or the short or long-term plan for the teenager, says Mark Drury, from BBC Tees, who joins Scott Wilson this week. We also look ahead to Saturday's game at Oxford. ------------------------------------ FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC -------------------------------

What a difference a week makes! Boro bounced back from their Coventry defeat with two emphatic wins to go into the international break on a high. We reflect on the wins over QPR and Luton and assess the talking points to come out of the game, including Finn Azaz's brilliance and much-needed consistency. We also talk about the love for Tony Mowbray after Boro's former boss appeared as a guest on BBC Tees over the weekend. ------------------------------------  FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC

Have you managed to get over the frustration of Norwich yet? We reflect on Middlesbrough's Carrow Road draw and look ahead to the visit of Coventry City this weekend.  We also talk Ben Doak after Arne Slot's Liverpool comments this week, Michael Carrick's substitutes and Seny Dieng.  ------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC

Michael Carrick marked his two-year anniversary as Middlesbrough boss with a much-needed win over Sheffield United. But the obvious challenge now for Boro is to build on that and string together a run of consistent positive results. We reflect on the Blades win and preview the trip to Norwich City this weekend - and discuss what appears to be a new defensive pecking order and what happens next in attack after Emmanuel Latte Lath was dropped but came off the bench to end his wait for a goal. And we also look back on Carrick's time in charge so far. ------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC

Boro return to action this weekend with the first of two home games at the start of a crucial week for Michael Carrick's side, who are looking to put the Watford disappointment behind them. We preview the visit of Bristol City and discuss the unanswered attacking question with Carrick facing a dilemma in the weeks ahead. ------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC

It was so nearly the perfect week. After the wins over Stoke and West Brom, Boro were on track to pick up three points at Watford until the late collapse. So what went wrong at Vicarage Road that left Michael Carrick with "disappointment, frustration and a bit of anger" - and how do we reflect on Boro's start to the season? Scott and Dom also discuss Emmanuel Latte Lath with the striker having not hit the net since the opening day win over Swansea City. ------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC

What a difference a week makes! Boro bounced back from their Sunderland defeat with successive victories against Stoke and West Brom - so what changed? Scott and Dom reflect on both wins and discuss Ben Doak, Riley McGree, Hayden Hackney, Aidan Morris and more. We also make a case for the Boro defence. And preview Saturday's game at Watford. -------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC -------------------------------

Middlesbrough left Sunderland disappointed and frustrated after their 1-0 defeat - so how do they solve the problem of breaking teams down? The Black Cats followed in the footsteps of the likes of Preston, Portsmouth and Derby in sitting deep against Michael Carrick's side, who didn't manage a shot on target in the second half at the Stadium of Light. What does Carrick do to address that issue? And what changes will he make for Stoke? -------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC

It's Wear-Tees derby time as Boro head for the Stadium of Light to face Sunderland this weekend. We preview the game and discuss: Fitness updates and team selection Where the clash will be won and lost Previous derby memories Predictions --------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC

Tommy Conway looks to have already nailed down a starting spot in Middlesbrough's starting XI. He played off Emmanuel Latte Lath and impressed against Preston but if those two are looking like certain starters, who starts on the flanks when everyone is fully fit? Scott Wilson and Dom Shaw reflect on that Preston game and take an early look ahead to Sunderland, with a later preview video to come later in the week. --------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC

We're joined by Middlesbrough's head of football Kieran Scott for a special episode of You Are My Boro. Scott reflects on the summer transfer window and discusses Boro's business. He talks about the preparation for the window, the signings, keeping hold of key players and the deadline day situation with Emmanuel Latte Lath. And he looks ahead and discusses how Boro's planning for future windows is already underway. SPECIAL OFFER! Take advantage of our special offer at the Northern Echo for full access to all of our Boro content. Full details HERE --------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC

Dom Shaw and Scott Wilson pay tribute to Sol Bamba after the former Middlesbrough defender's tragic passing. We look back on Bamba's short but memorable time at Boro and how he quickly established himself as a favourite on Teesside. We reflect on the transfer window after last week's deadline and discuss the Emmanuel Latte Lath situation and the arrival of Ben Doak and George Edmundson. ------------------------------------- SPECIAL OFFER! Take advantage of our special offer at the Northern Echo for full access to all of our Boro content. Full details HERE --------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC  

We were at the Riverside on Monday for Boro's brilliant open training session - which went down a treat with fans. That's discussed in this week's episode of You Are My Boro as Dom Shaw is joined by Mark Drury from BBC Tees. We reflect on the defeat at Derby, look ahead to Portsmouth and discuss Josh Coburn's situation amid transfer interest from Millwall. And we also talk Harley Hunt with the teenage summer signing quick to make an impact at Rockliffe. --------------------------------------- SPECIAL OFFER! Take advantage of our special offer at the Northern Echo for full access to all of our Boro content. Full details HERE --------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC 

Leeds United 0-3 Middlesbrough. Enjoy that? We reflect on Boro's thumping victory at Elland Road and also talk Tommy Conway after the Bristol City striker's move was confirmed on Friday. There's plenty of praise for Boro's recruitment team after what has been a hugely successful summer window so far - but what does Conway and Hamilton's arrival mean for others? Will there be any exits before the deadline? --------------------------------------- SPECIAL OFFER! Take advantage of our special offer at the Northern Echo for full access to all of our Boro content. Full details HERE. --------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC

Boro got off the mark with an opening day win over Swansea City - now attention turns to the Carabao Cup trip to Leeds United. How will Michael Carrick approach the tie at Elland Road and what could the starting XI look like? We reflect on the Swansea win, preview Leeds and also bring you the latest on the transfer front. --------------------------------------- SPECIAL OFFER! Take advantage of our special offer at the Northern Echo for full access to all of our Boro content. Full details HERE. --------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC 

It all starts this weekend for Middlesbrough, who host Swansea City on the opening day of the Championship season. So what's in store for the season ahead? Dom and Scott share their Boro and Championship predictions. And we bring you the latest on the transfer front ahead of the arrival of Michah Hamilton from Manchester City. Will he be followed through the door by Tommy Conway? SPECIAL OFFER! Take advantage of our special offer at the Northern Echo for full access to all of our Boro content HERE  FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC

Dom and Scott answered your questions in the latest episode of You Are My Boro. We discussed the latest on the future of target Tommy Conway amid Burnley's move for the striker - and what else is on Boro's wishlist. We also reflect on pre-season so far and assess the big winners. And look ahead to some tricky decisions facing Michael Carrick in the coming weeks. SPECIAL OFFER: Take advantage of our latest special offer at the Northern Echo and get full access to all of our Boro coverage for £6 for six months - or get 50% off our annual package HERE --------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC - 

Boro have two wins and two clean sheets from their first couple of UK friendlies this summer - but what have we learnt from the victories against Bolton and Gateshead? Who were the big winners? And how will Boro's goalkeeper department shape up this season after Michael Carrick confirmed Sol Brynn is staying put. --------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC

Boro's productive summer continued this week when Riley McGree put pen to paper on a new long-term contract. But there was a slight surprise when Jamie Jones left for Salford, which means Boro will now likely have to sign a new third choice keeper. We discuss that issue, McGree's deal and Boro's firm Emmanuel Latte Lath stance amid links with Monaco this week. And we preview the Bolton friendly at Bishop Auckland. SPECIAL OFFER Subscribe to the Northern Echo for full access to all of our Boro coverage for just £4 HERE --------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC  

Hull City's owner Acun Ilicali has opened the door for Ryan Giles to join Middlesbrough this summer - so where do things currently stand? We discuss Giles in our latest episode and also discuss the arrival of Harley Hunt. We talk at length about Boro's transfer model and bring you the latest news from Portugal, where Michael Carrick's squad are based this week. --------------------------------------------- SPECIAL OFFER Subscribe to the Northern Echo for full access to all of our Boro coverage for just £4 HERE --------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC

Scott and Dom answered your questions in a live episode of You Are My Boro on Tuesday morning. We discussed the obvious next priority in the summer transfer window, Boro's clear midfield stance after the Aidan Morris signing and a fascinating battle for places in the heart of the defence. We also talked Ryan Giles, Riley McGree and youth players hoping to force their way into Michael Carrick's plans. ------------------------ FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC

It's been a busy and extremely productive start to the summer for Middlesbrough. Luke Ayling and Delano Burgzorg are in - and they'll soon be followed by Aidan Morris. Michael Carrick has signed a new contract and his younger brother Graeme has now joined the coaching team.  Scott and Dom unpack the last couple of weeks, assess how the new signings fit in and discuss what's next in the summer transfer window after the players reported back to Rockliffe for pre-season. --------------------------------------------- SPECIAL OFFER Subscribe to the Northern Echo for full access to all of our Boro coverage for just £4 HERE --------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC 

Middlesbrough are monitoring developments with former loanee Ryan Giles this summer - but what's his current situation after his loan spell at Hull City? And could he really be available this summer? Scott and Dom discuss the full-back at length in this week's episode. We also look at Riley McGree's contract situation and Boro's pre-season programme. --------------------------------------------- SPECIAL OFFER Subscribe to the Northern Echo for full access to all of our Boro coverage for just £4 HERE --------------------------------------------- FOLLOW: Twitter: @BoroEcho Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthernEchoMiddlesbroughFC