Aitor Karanka de la Hoz

Víctor Valdés Arribas Aitor Karanka challenged Victor Valdes to "recover his smile and his happiness to play" when he joined Middlesbrough.

Arsene Wenger Arsenal were unable to extend their winning run to eight matches in all competitions as Middlesbrough earned a deserved goalless draw.

Aitor Karanka de la Hoz Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka was delighted to see his side record their first home win of the season after a fine outing.

Aitor Karanka de la Hoz Having taken draws from title-chasing Arsenal and Manchester City this season, Aitor Karanka expects his toughest test yet against Chelsea.

Pep Guardiola Manchester City's win over Barcelona came as no shock to Aitor Karanka, whose Middlesbrough side are next up at the Etihad Stadium.

Ronald Koeman Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka was delighted by the unity between his players and the club's fans during the 0-0 draw against Everton.

Tony Pulis Despite seeing Middlesbrough's winless run continued, Aitor Karanka felt a 1-1 draw against West Brom was a good result for his side.

James Morrison A promising Middlesbrough performance was not enough to end a lengthy winless run as West Brom took a point at the Riverside.

Jesé Rodriguez Ruiz Aitor Karanka wants to sign Jese Rodriguez and Robert Snodgrass but has confirmed that Gaston Ramirez has handed in a transfer request.

Stewart Downing Aitor Karanka will not stand in the way of Stewart Downing leaving Middlesbrough for potential relegation rivals Crystal Palace.