Heart told me to stay - Bates
Wheater's focused on promotion
David Wheater is focusing on getting Middlesbrough back into the Premier League after committing himself to the fight for promotion.
Digard fitness fillip for Boro
Middlesbrough midfielder Didier Digard is expected to be fit for the start of pre-season training after an injury-hit first season on Teesside.
I'll face Blades, vows Wheater
Middlesbrough defender David Wheater has promised he will be ready for the club's opening-day clash with Sheffield United.
Blues bring in keeper Turnbull
Chelsea have completed the signing of young goalkeeper Ross Turnbull from Middlesbrough on a free transfer.
Boro set for Sadlier send-off
Gareth Southgate will send a Middlesbrough team to Millwall for Richard Sadlier's benefit match next month.
Boro face Macc trip
Middlesbrough will travel to Macclesfield for a pre-season friendly on Saturday, July 18.
Steele set for England action
Jason Steele will be in international action this month after being selected by England for the European Under-19s Championships.
Alves fitness lift for Teessiders
Middlesbrough striker Afonso Alves will return to full training with his team-mates next week after recovering from a broken foot.
Lions organise Sadlier benefit
Millwall are to host Middlesbrough at The Den in a pre-season friendly and benefit match for former striker Richard Sadlier.
