Aitor Karanka de la Hoz

Aitor Karanka de la Hoz Following weeks of speculation, Aitor Karanka has departed Nottingham Forest after the club agreed to release him from his deal.

Pep Guardiola Spanish coaches have endured varying fortunes in the Premier League and Unai Emery has as many cautionary tales as role models to look to.

Frank Lampard Frank Lampard's managerial debut and the arrival of Marcelo Bielsa at Leeds are among the big talking points this term in the Championship.

Simon Mignolet Aitor Karanka said Liverpool are the best side Middlesbrough have faced this season after the Reds romped to a 3-0 win on Teesside.

Claudio Ranieri Leicester City's solid defensive displays prove the champions are making progress, according to manager Claudio Ranieri.

Claudio Ranieri Champions Leicester City produced another uninspiring away performance in a draw against Middlesbrough, who are also struggling for form.

Diego Da Costa Silva Antonio Conte says Diego Costa is about more than just goals after he fired Chelsea to the top of the Premier League.

Víctor Valdés Arribas Victor Valdes' mistake against Burnley in the Premier League on Monday led to Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka defending the goalkeeper.

Walter Mazzarri Both Aitor Karanka and Walter Mazzarri had reason to curse referee Roger East after Watford beat Middlesbrough 1-0 on Sunday.

Víctor Valdés Arribas Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka says Victor Valdes' influence both on and off the pitch cannot be underestimated.