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  1. Brittain looking to offer 'something different'published at 16:42 7 August

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    Middlesbrough defender Callum Brittain hopes he can bring "something different" to his new team.

    The 27-year-old arrived this week on a four-year deal from fellow Championship side Blackburn Rovers.

    "He [Rob Edwards] just loves my energy, up and down on that right hand side," Brittain told BBC Radio Tees.

    "I think it's a bit different to what the rest of the lads have been playing as I am very direct on the ball, I like to cross the ball and get it in the box.

    "Obviously there is the defensive side as well, trying to be as aggressive as I can, I like to be front footed, and love one-to-one defending as well."

    Looking ahead to what the season has in store, Brittain added: "We have to create an atmosphere inside the changing room. We all have to pull in the same direction and work for each other.

    "There is lots of quality in this dressing room and I think if we play with freedom and on the front foot, we can create a lot of chances this season."

  2. 🎧 Does Boro's squad depth warrant pessimism?published at 16:42 6 August

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    'Boro have a strong side, but lack depth'

    "I don't think you can say with any conviction right now that Boro will finish in the top six this season."

    BBC Radio Tees' Rob Law is joined by The Northern Echo's Dom Shaw ahead of Middlesbrough's opening Championship game against Swansea City on Saturday (15:00 BST) to talk squad depth and expectations for the new season.

    Listen to the full analysis and more on BBC Sounds.

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  3. Boro new boy Jones on making a 'good impact'published at 16:51 5 August

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    Middlesbrough defender Alfie Jones hopes his experience in the Championship can have a "good impact" on his new side.

    The 27-year-old was boss Rob Edwards' first signing, joining from Hull City in July on a four-year deal.

    "Hopefully I can come in and have a good impact," Jones told BBC Radio Tees.

    "Obviously I've played in the Championship for quite a few seasons now which has been good, so hopefully I can bring that extra bit of support for the lads.

    "On the ball, I can get the lads playing and get the team moving up the pitch."

    Listen to the full interview with Jones and more on BBC Sounds.

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