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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F17%2Fstewart-downing-middlesbrough.JPG "Middlesbrough's Stewart Downing during the Premier League match against Sunderland on April 26, 2017")
Stewart Downing: 'Middlesbrough sacking Aitor Karanka was not my fault'
Stewart Downing insists that Aitor Karanka's sacking at Middlesbrough was not his fault and describes the accusations as "a load of rubbish".Oct 21, 09:03
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016")
Aitor Karanka close to Birmingham City deal?
Ex-Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka is reportedly edging closer to a deal to take over at Championship strugglers Birmingham City.Sep 27, 16:06
Report: Lee Carsley to stay on as Birmingham City boss for another six weeks
Lee Carsley will remain in charge of Birmingham City until November while they continue their search for a permanent boss, according to a report.Sep 24, 18:32
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Faitor-karanka_1.JPG "Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka looks on prior to his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016")
Report: Birmingham City eye former Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka
Aitor Karanka is in pole position to take over from sacked boss Harry Redknapp at Birmingham City, according to a report.Sep 19, 16:51
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Aitor Karanka pays tribute after death of father
Former Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka posts a tribute on social media after his father passes away.Sep 14, 17:19
Cristhian Stuani leaves Middlesbrough for Girona
Middlesbrough announce that Uruguay international Cristhian Stuani has left the club to join Spanish outfit Girona.Jul 21, 19:08
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F47%2Fstewart-downing.jpg "Stewart Downing in action for Middlesbrough on August 28, 2016")
Middlesbrough to allow Stewart Downing exit?
Middlesbrough boss Garry Monk reportedly tells midfielder Stewart Downing that he is free to leave the Riverside Stadium.Jun 22, 12:28
Leeds United to announce Thomas Christiansen appointment?
Leeds United will reportedly announce the appointment of Thomas Christiansen as their new head coach later today.Jun 15, 11:06
Garry Monk: "All the boxes were ticked at Middlesbrough"
Garry Monk admits that the Middlesbrough job ticked all the right boxes and insists that immediate promotion back to the Premier League "has to be the ambition".Jun 12, 10:29
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F20%2Fjaap-stam.jpg "Jaap Stam watches on during the Championship playoff semi-final game between Reading and Fulham on May 16, 2017")
Leeds United want Jaap Stam as Garry Monk replacement?
Reading boss Jaap Stam is reportedly on Leeds United's shortlist of possible candidates to replace Garry Monk as manager.Jun 11, 13:27
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink in running to take over at Leeds United?
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink is reportedly a candidate to take charge at managerless Leeds United, a year on from turning down the chance to hold talks with the club.Jun 11, 11:09
Alaves to rival Leeds United for Aitor Karanka appointment?
A report claims that Alaves are interested in bringing out-of-work manager Aitor Karanka to the club, amid strong suggestions that he is also wanted by Leeds United.Jun 2, 15:59
Leeds United appoint Victor Orta as director of football
Leeds United announce that Victor Orta - formerly of Middlesbrough - has been appointed as the club's director of football.May 30, 14:36
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F17%2Fmarco-silva-hull-city.JPG "Hull City manager Marco Silva during the Premier League match against Southampton on April 29, 2017")
Hull City confirm departure of manager Marco Silva
Hull City announce that Marco Silva has left the club following their relegation into the Championship.May 25, 19:06
Wolverhampton Wanderers to make approach for Nuno Espirito Santo?
Former Porto boss Nuno Espirito Santo reportedly emerges as a managerial target for Wolverhampton Wanderers.May 24, 10:34
Kevin Phillips emerges as early favourite for Sunderland job
Sunderland legend Kevin Phillips - now a coach at Derby County - emerges as the early favourite to replace David Moyes at the Stadium of Light.May 22, 17:59
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F50%2Fgarry-monk.jpg "Leeds United manager Garry Monk on November 29, 2016")
Middlesbrough keen to hold talks with Leeds United boss Garry Monk?
Middlesbrough are reportedly keen to hold talks with Leeds United boss Garry Monk as they consider their managerial position ahead of next season.May 22, 11:07
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F17%2Fsteve-agnew-middlesbrough.JPG "Middlesbrough caretaker manager Steve Agnew celebrates the victory over Sunderland on April 26, 2017")
Steve Agnew expecting talks over future
Middlesbrough manager Steve Agnew expects to hold talks with the club's owner regarding his future in the coming weeks.May 21, 20:21
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Faitor-karanka.JPG "Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka looks on prior to his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016")
Aitor Karanka: 'I need to take the right step'
Aitor Karanka - who has been linked with Wolverhampton Wanderers - says that he needs to take the "right step" when deciding on his next job.May 21, 09:59
Aitor Karanka: 'I want another job in England'
Former Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka says that he would like to gain another managerial role in England.May 20, 10:02
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F15%2Fjurgen-klopp.jpg "A delighted Jurgen Klopp after the Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Liverpool on April 16, 2017")
Preview:Liverpool vs. Middlesbrough
Sports Mole previews the Premier League encounter between Liverpool and Middlesbrough.May 19, 13:58
Wolverhampton Wanderers show interest in Hull City boss Marco Silva?
Wolverhampton Wanderers reportedly entertain the possibility of making an approach for current Hull City boss Marco Silva.May 18, 14:36
Paul Lambert: 'My future is at Wolverhampton Wanderers'
Paul Lambert says that his future is with Wolverhampton Wanderers, despite reports suggesting that he has already been sacked as head coach.May 18, 12:09
Wolverhampton Wanderers to delay Paul Lambert announcement?
Wolverhampton Wanderers owners Fosun International are reportedly in no rush to formally announce the exit of head coach Paul Lambert.May 17, 13:28
Report: Aitor Karanka lined up to replace Paul Lambert at Wolverhampton Wanderers
Former Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka is reportedly on the radar of Championship outfit Wolverhampton Wanderers.May 15, 17:19
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F12%2Fsteve-agnew.jpg "Steve Agnew on the touchline during the Premier League game between Middlesbrough and Manchester United on March 19, 2017")
Middlesbrough owner Steve Gibson hints at bringing in new manager
Middlesbrough chairman and owner Steve Gibson suggests that he may replace Steve Agnew and bring in a new manager in a bid to "smash" the Championship next season.May 15, 09:14
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fnigel-pearson.JPG "Derby manager Nigel Pearson looks dejected during the EFL Championship match between Burton Albion and Derby County at the Pirelli Stadium on August 26, 2016")
Nigel Pearson interested in Middlesbrough job
Former Leicester City boss Nigel Pearson admits that he is interested in the Middlesbrough job.May 14, 13:10
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F19%2Fpatrick-bamford.jpg "A downbeat Patrick Bamford after the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017")
Patrick Bamford understands Middlesbrough fan anger
Middlesbrough striker Patrick Bamford admits that anger among the club's supporters is understandable following the team's poor season.May 14, 12:13
Steve Agnew understands Middlesbrough fans' frustrations
Steve Agnew insists that he has "every faith" Middlesbrough will return to the top flight, but is aware that supporters have been left incredibly frustrated this term.May 13, 18:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F19%2Fantonio-conte-steve-agnew.jpg "Antonio Conte embraces Steve Agnew after the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017")
Steve Agnew 'takes responsibility' for Middlesbrough's relegation
Steve Agnew again refuses to talk about his future at Middlesbrough following on from Monday's defeat to Chelsea, which confirmed relegation to the Championship.May 11, 17:07
Preview:Chelsea vs. Middlesbrough
Sports Mole previews Monday evening's Premier League meeting between Chelsea and Middlesbrough at Stamford Bridge.May 5, 17:07
Steve Agnew 'enjoying' Middlesbrough's battle for survival
Middlesbrough manager Steve Agnew admits that he is learning every day as he attempts to keep his side in the Premier League.May 5, 13:44
Middlesbrough to consider Ryan Giggs appointment?
Middlesbrough chairman Steve Gibson will reportedly consider a move for Ryan Giggs should he replace Steve Agnew during the summer.May 4, 17:14
Sunderland to appoint Aitor Karanka if David Moyes leaves?
Sunderland will reportedly consider appointing former Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka if David Moyes leaves the club this summer.May 2, 11:07
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Friverside-stadium.jpg "General view at the Riverside Stadium ahead of the Premier League clash between Middlesbrough and Chelsea on November 20, 2016")
Preview:Middlesbrough vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole previews Sunday afternoon's Premier League meeting between Middlesbrough and Manchester City at the Riverside Stadium.Apr 28, 14:54
Steve Agnew: "It has been a tough few months"
Middlesbrough boss Steve Agnew admits that "it has been a tough few months" at the Riverside Stadium as the club sink closer to the Championship.Apr 22, 18:42
Steve Agnew expresses sympathy for "talented" Arsene Wenger
Middlesbrough caretaker manager Steve Agnew has sympathy for Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger, describing him as one of the most talented coaches in recent years.Apr 16, 16:25
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F51%2Farsene-wenger.jpg "Arsene Wenger watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Arsenal on December 18, 2016")
Preview:Middlesbrough vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole previews the match in the Premier League between Middlesbrough and Arsenal.Apr 14, 14:20
Aitor Karanka in contention for Algeria job?
Former Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka is reportedly in contention for a managerial role with Algeria.Apr 10, 15:40
Manchester United offer Aitor Karanka backroom role at Old Trafford?
A report claims that Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is open to the prospect of working with Aitor Karanka once again, a month after he was sacked by Middlesbrough.Apr 2, 09:33
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