Luke Ayling

Middlesbrough manager Kim Hellberg during the Sky Bet Championship match against Millwall at Riverside Stadium, Middlesbrough.

Why Boro chief's worries are in complete contrast to spring
ON a night when Middlesbrough moved level with a trio of clubs at the top of the Championship, Kim Hellberg was in an uncharacteristically morose mood.

Middlesbrough manager Kim Hellberg during the Sky Bet Championship match against Millwall at Riverside Stadium, Middlesbrough.

'100 per cent on me': Why Boro boss blamed himself after Millwall draw

Middlesbrough's Will Lankshear (left) celebrates scoring their side's second goal of the game against Millwall with team-mate Luke Ayling during a Sky Bet Championship match at Riverside Stadium, Middlesbrough.

Boro 2 Millwall 2: From jeers to cheers as hosts rally in rousing fashion

A Middlesbrough fan makes a binoculars gesture during the Sky Bet Championship play off semi-final first leg match at the Riverside Stadium, Middlesbrough. Southampton have been charged with a breach of EFL regulations after being accused of spying on a Boro training session before the play-off match. Picture: Andy Commins/PA Wire.

Boro 0 Saints 0: Hosts fail to plot win in Spygate tie despite rousing 1st half

Luke Ayling has made 85 appearances across all competitions for Middlesbrough.

Middlesbrough confirm decision on future of Leeds United hero

Hayden Hackney played a starring role in Middlesbrough's destruction of Queens Park Rangers.

Leeds and Middlesbrough among clubs represented in Team of the Week

Middlesbrough manager Kim Hellberg celebrates following the Sky Bet Championship match at Bramall Lane, Sheffield. Picture: Nick Potts/PA Wire.

Bielsa disciple preaches simple message as Boro make another statement at Blades

Former Leeds United teammates Luke Ayling and Patrick Bamford squared off as Middlesbrough faced Sheffield United.

Leeds United and Middlesbrough dominate Yorkshire Team of the Week

Brenden Aaronson and Dominic Calvert-Lewin starred as Leeds United secured a point at Sunderland.

Leeds, Huddersfield & Bradford well-represented in Team of the Week

GREAT LEVELLER: Middlesbrough's Hayden Hackney celebrates scoring the equalising goal against Wrexham at Riverside Stadium, Middlesbrough. Picture: Steve Welsh/PA

Edwards grateful for point against impressive Wrexham

Luke Ayling has enjoyed a new lease of life at Middlesbrough this season.

Exclusive Middlesbrough defender hailed as 'terrific' by Gary Pallister

Joe Rodon powered a header home for Leeds United against AFC Bournemouth.

Leeds United and Sheffield Wednesday represented in Team of the Week

Middlesbrough's Kaly Sene scores their side's equaliser at Southampton (Picture: Peter Tarry/PA Wire)

'He's got a high ceiling': Boro boss hails ex-Juventus man for salvaging point

Middlesbrough and former Leeds United favourite Luke Ayling. Picture: Getty Images.

Norwich v Boro: Boss on importance of Luke Ayling moment amid reconnection

Leeds United's Ethan Ampadu and Everton's Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall battle for the ball during the Premier League match at Elland Road, Leeds. Picture: Danny Lawson/PA Wire.

Leeds, Barnsley and Bradford among clubs in latest Yorkshire Team of the Week

Alfie Gilchrist.

Ex-Sheffield United loanee tipped to become Middlesbrough first summer signing

Patrick Bamford impressed off the bench for Leeds United against Middlesbrough.

Patrick Bamford aims jibe at officials after win over Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick during the Sky Bet Championship match at bet365 Stadium, Stoke. Picture: Mike Egerton/PA Wire.

Middlesbrough boss takes it on chin regarding injury blows

Middlesbrough winger Ben Doak

Blow for Boro regarding Liverpool loanee + setback for ex-Leeds man

Middlesbrough defender and ex-Leeds United favourite Luke Ayling.

'Outstanding' Boro man and ex-Leeds favourite earns praise from 'proud' Carrick

Middlesbrough defender Luke Ayling, who returns to former club Leeds United on Tuesday night.

Boro boss on prospect of ex-Leeds favourite returning to starting line-up
MIDDLESBROUGH head coach Michael Carrick admits he has a decision to make in whether to keep faith with Anfernee Dijksteel on the right-hand side of defence or restore Luke Ayling to his starting line-up for Tuesday's key encounter at Leeds United.
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ON TARGET: Middlesbrough's Matt Clarke celebrates after scoring his side's first goal at Cardiff City. Picture: Jacob King/PA

Clarke providing added bonus for Middlesbrough

Cameron Archer is back at Aston Villa, having spent last season at Sheffield United. Image: Christian Hofer/Getty Images

Hull City and Aston Villa men among frontrunners to join Middlesbrough

Leeds United manager Daniel Farke.

Leeds v Boro: Farke's no 'guarantees' message to signings plus Ayling admission

Return: Middlesbrough defender and Leeds United cult hero Luke Ayling, who heads back to Elland Road when Boro visit the Whites in the Carabao Cup.

Middlesbrough FC boss on not one but two legends returning to Leeds United

Manchester City winger Micah Hamilton, who is in talks with Championship outfit Middlesbrough.

Middlesbrough FC transfer latest: Boro target exciting Manchester City attacker

MAKING PROGRESS: Middlesbrough centre-back Darragh Lenihan

Carrick hopeful of having defender back for new season but duo to miss out

Jayden Bogle has been on Sheffield United's books since 2020. Image: Michael Regan/Getty Images

Leeds United 'agree' £5m deal to sign defender with medical scheduled

LOANED OUT: Leeds United defender Rasmus Kristensen

Leeds confirm another loan from Premier League relegation squad

HEADING OUT: Rasmus Kristensen is set to join Eintracht Frankfurt on loan

Kristensen's imminent departure a help but increases need for new right-back

Jayden Bogle clinched promotion to the Premier League with Sheffield United last year. Image: Alex Livesey/Getty Images

Leeds United 'set' to make move for Sheffield United star

The Carabao Cup. The first round of the competition will be played on Tuesday, August 13 and Wednesday, August 14. Picture: Getty.

Trio handed top Carabao Cup billing as R1 times and dates are confirmed
LEEDS UNITED, Middlesbrough and Sheffield United will be in televised action in round one of the Carabao Cup in the middle of August, with dates and times for ties involving all Yorkshire clubs having now been confirmed.
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Leeds United boss Daniel Farke regularly deployed Archie Gray at right-back last season. Image: Stephen Pond/Getty Images

Leeds United's potential Archie Gray replacements following £40m exit

Max Aarons joined AFC Bournemouth ahead of Leeds United last year. Image: Mike Hewitt/Getty Images

Premier League club make 'approach' for defender who almost joined Leeds United

Aston Villa's Cameron Archer enjoyed a productive loan spell at Middlesbrough. Image: Michael Regan/Getty Images

Leicester City and Aston Villa men among frontrunners to join Middlesbrough

Boro head coach Michael Carrick. (Picture: Tony Johnson)

Carrick gets his man as Boro complete signing of USA international midfielder

Return: Middlesbrough defender and Leeds United cult hero Luke Ayling, who heads back to Elland Road in August when Boro visit the Whites in the Carabao Cup.

Carabao Cup: Boro on 'Bill' for Leeds, all-German affair as Hull host Owls

CUP DRAW: Eleven Yorkshire teams were in the Carabao Cup first-round draw on Thursday morning live on Sky Sports. Picture: Getty Images.

Carabao Cup round 1 news: Leeds face Boro and Hull host Owls

Middlesbrough head coach Michael Carrick. Photo: Robbie Stephenson/PA Wire.

Family affair as Newcastle coach poised to move to Carrick's Boro

Ex-Huddersfield Town loanee Delano Burgzorg, who has signed for Middlesbrough. Photo: Richard Sellers/PA Wire.

Ex-Huddersfield striker makes surprise move to Middlesbrough

Speculation: Leeds United winger Crysencio Summerville. Picture: Getty Images.

Window report: Leeds, Hull and Blades watch the numbers as Yorks trio get busy

Middlesbrough head coach Michael Carrick.

Middlesbrough FC boss lines up £3m USA international midfielder

YOUNG GUNS: (Left to right) Archie Gray, Crysencio Summerville and Georginio Rutter have been key figures for Leeds United this season despite their youth

Youngsters in Leeds DNA, says Farke, despite frustrations over inexperience

Middlesbrough defender Luke Ayling, who has joined Boro on a permanent basis from Leeds United following a successful loan spell. Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images.

Boro get 'under the skin' of Leeds cult hero - who has joined on permanent basis

Middlesbrough loanee Luke Ayling, pictured during the Sky Bet Championship match at Hull City in April. The Leeds United defender has signed a two-year deal with Boro after a successful loan spell. Photo by George Wood/Getty Images.

Boro beat off interest from Blades to complete permanent signing of Leeds legend

Connor Roberts has managed just two league starts for Leeds United. Image: Alex Burstow/Getty Images

Burnley make announcement regarding future of Leeds United loanee

Harry Souttar has struggled for minutes at Leicester City under Enzo Maresca. Image: Harriet Lander/Getty Images

Leeds United and Leicester City men among frontrunners to join Sheffield United

Middlesbrough have reportedly made a decision on Sam Greenwood. Image: George Wood/Getty Images

Middlesbrough make transfer decision on Leeds United man following loan spell

Emmanuel Latte Lath was on target for Middlesbrough. Image: Stephen Pond/Getty Images

Emmanuel Latte Lath on target again as Middlesbrough sign off with victory

Sheffield United are said to have competition for Leeds United stalwart Luke Ayling. Image: George Wood/Getty Images

Birmingham City to 'fight' Sheffield United for Leeds United favourite

The summer transfer window is just round the corner. Image: George Wood/Getty Images

Transfer latest as Sheffield United eye defender and forward

Ben Johnson is out of contract at West Ham United in the summer. Image: Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images

Championship clubs 'join' Leeds United in race for West Ham man

Luke Ayling joined Middlesbrough on loan from Leeds United in the January transfer window. Image: George Wood/Getty Images

Sheffield United 'want' Leeds United stalwart set to become free agent

INJURY BLOW: Pascal Struijk's absence has been keenly felt at Leeds United set pieces

The statistical anomaly undermining Leeds United's Premier League promotion bid

Ben Johnson was reportedly targeted by Leeds United in the January transfer window. Image: George Wood/Getty Images

Tottenham Hotspur among clubs 'running rule' over former Leeds United target

Middlesbrough goalkeeper Seny Dieng makes a save during the Sky Bet Championship match at Portman Road, Ipswich. Picture date: Saturday April 13, 2024. Image: Zac Goodwin/PA Wire

Ipswich Town move one point clear at top of league despite Middlesbrough draw

Middlesbrough head coach Michael Carrick watches the Championship action in Wednesday's game at Hull City. Picture: Tony Johnson.

Ipswich v Middlesbrough: Carrick's message to Ipswich and Leeds

England youth international Liam Delap is among the favourites to join Middlesbrough in the summer transfer window. Image: Michael Regan/Getty Images

Favourites to join Middlesbrough in summer including Manchester City man

Luke Ayling is on loan at Middlesbrough from Leeds United. Image: Alex Pantling/Getty Images

Middlesbrough boss makes Luke Ayling claim as decision on loanee looms

Luke Ayling impressed for Middlesbrough. Image: George Wood/Getty Images

Sheffield Wednesday, Hull City and Middlesbrough lead way in Team of the Week

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