A telling transfer window awaits Middlesbrough. Last summer Chuba Akpom departed for Ajax, which was a hammer blow for the Teessiders and one that ultimately damaged their promotion hopes. Morgan Rogers left in a £16m move to Aston Villa in Janaury, handing Michael Carrick yet another problem to address. If they are to mount a promotion charge next season, the club must stand firm and rebuff offers for their prized assets. Already, there are reports linking one Boro ace with a move to the Premier League and it could spell big trouble for Carrick if chiefs sanction his departure. READ MORE: Mid…
