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Transfer talk now takes a back seat for a few months - and the true challenge for Garry Monk begins as he looks to find that winning formula.Middlesbrough have enjoyed a solid if not spectacular start to life back in the Championship, picking up seven points from their opening five matches.And while the international break allows everyone time to draw breath after a pulsating opening month of the season, the hard work is just about to start as Boro look to hit the ground running and build momentum throughout September and October.Deadline Day passed without major incident as Marvin Johnson followed Ryan Shotton into the club, but in terms of outgoings, Ben Gibson, Adama Traore and Stewart Downing all remained at the club - a boost for Boro.On this week's Tripe Supper, Dominic Shaw and Jonathon Taylor discuss Boro's busy summer window, which has seen 10 new signings arrive on Teesside, touching in particular on Gibson and Downing's situation.They also talk formations and the personnel that can now fit a number

Leeds United wasted no time in trying to sign Chris Wood's replacement - coming knocking on Boro's door with a bid for Rudy Gestede, which was rejected.The striker has played a key role in the first few weeks of the season, starting the last three games on the bounce for Garry Monk's men.So what does he offer the side? Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor for our latest podcast, discussing Gestede and the defeat to Nottingham Forest and looking ahead to the cup visit of Scunthorpe United. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Boro got their Championship season up and running with two wins in quick succession on home turf.Next up, Forest and Britt Assombalonga's first return to the City Ground.Our writers discuss the striker's summer switch to Boro and the impact he's made in his early days on Teesside.Dominic Shaw, Jonathon Taylor and Philip Tallentire also talk Adama Traore, who came off the bench against Burton in midweek.What does the future hold for the winger?A series of other subjects are also discussed, including Garry Monk's midfield options and Patrick Bamford.And, of course, Saturday's game is previewed. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

We look back at Boro's win over Sheffield United in Garry Monk's first competitive home game in charge For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

The first Tripe of the 2017/18 season!Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire, Jonathon Taylor and Anthony Vickers as our writers reflect on the opening day defeat to Wolves.They discuss the talking points to come out of the game, including Garry Monk's attacking dilemma.Britt Assombalonga's debut is analysed and the midfield assessed.Given it's the first podcast of the season, our writers also have a punt at their promotion race predictions. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Three games into the summer - so what have we learnt about Garry Monk's Boro so far?The boss has seen his side win one and draw two of their opening three friendlies, opting for a 4-2-3-1 system in each game and taking a closer look at senior figures as well as promising youngsters.So we can pick out any first team clues from what we've seen so far? And who has caught the eye as Boro build-up to the upcoming Championship campaign.Dominic Shaw was joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor for this week's podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

It was a year ago today when Middlesbrough completed the signing of Marten de Roon.So 12 months down the line, what's the verdict on the Dutch midfielder?And with speculation mounting surrounding supposed interest from Italy - and even talk of Manchester United - what does the future hold for the 26-year-old.Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Jonathon Taylor and Philip Tallentire for this week's podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Try out the first edition of The Tripe Supper 2 for FREE!Soon to become part of the offering for Gazette Boro subscribers, this extra serving of Tripe features your topic suggestions and... whisper it is about more than just football. This week we discuss Glastonbury and dream festival headliners but not before Dimi's new contract has been dissected and Anthony Vickers pigeonholes goalkeepers into figures of love and hate. There's also time to discuss first impressions of new Boro managers which includes tales of phone calls with Lennie Lawrence and bus journeys with Tony Mowbray. Romantic, eh? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Michael Calvin's Living on the Volcano featured an in-depth interview with the new Boro boss while he was at Swansea. Dominic Shaw caught up with Calvin to speak to him in depth about his time with Monk and find out more about his suitability for Boro. The book was shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year award in 2015. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire & Jonathon Taylor to discuss Boro's appointment of Garry Monk as manager For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

As things stand we don't know who will be in charge of Boro next season.So when will we know? And is there a rush to get the new manager in?Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor to discuss the potential timescale of the appointment and whether or not Boro need to act soon.Anthony Vickers says the priority is making sure Steve Gibson appoints the right man, not that he appoints the first available candidate. And that the most important thing is that there's a new man in for the time players return for pre-season training. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor to look back on the 2016/17 season & preview the final day match at Anfield For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Much has been made of Middlesbrough chairman Steve Gibson's BBC Tees interview at the weekend in which he vowed to "smash the league" next season.The Boro chief labelled this season as a "collective failure" and conceded change was needed "at all aspects of the club" this summer to ensure the Riverside hosts Premier League football again in August 2018.Gibson's comments have cast doubt over Steve Agnew's long-term future - with a suggestion that he is exploring the possibility of an external appointment to breathe fresh life into the club this summer.But what kind of manager would be deemed the right candidate to lead Boro's promotion charge next season?Nigel Pearson and Fabrizio Ravanelli have already publicly declared an interest, while ex-Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs remains the bookies' favourite to begin the 2017/18 season in charge of Boro.And is Steve Agnew still in contention?We discuss what is needed from a prospective new manager ahead of next season, as well as touching on the speculation su

So Middlesbrough are down - and it was all a bit feeble.Two managers, five wins and 36 matches later, Boro are back in the Championship - and must now prepare for matches at Portman Road, Oakwell and The City Ground next season.But a summer of soul-searching awaits, with plenty of decisions to be made. Will Steve Agnew be the man in charge of Boro next season? Who will leave? And who will arrive?In this week's podcast, we look back on Boro's dismal 2016/17 campaign and ask how a team who looked comfortable enough during the first half of the season managed to self-destruct so quickly after Christmas.We also ask who's to blame for Boro's season of pain, and contemplate what chairman Steve Gibson is thinking - with two games still to play this season. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor to discuss which of Boro's stars have improved under Steve Agnew For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Dominic Shaw is joined by Jonathon Taylor & Anthony Vickers to discuss Boro's dreadful 2017 so far & preview Sunderland For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Steve Agnew takes charge of Boro for the fifth time when Arsenal visit the Riverside on Monday night - so what have we learnt from the manager's time in charge so far?Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire to assess the past four games and to discuss the changes the new manager is trying to implement.Our writers also look ahead to the visit of the Gunners. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

It was the game Boro simply couldn't afford to lose.They lost. So where do they go from here?The 4-2 defeat at the KCOM Stadium leaves Steve Agnew's side seven points adrift of safety with eight games to play.They still have a game in hand on the sides above them but Boro are now in need of snookers and a remarkable turnaround in form if they're to avoid the drop.So after 13 games without a win, are there any positives to cling to? And how will Steve Agnew pick his players back up?Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor for this week's podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

First there was Steve Agnew. Then came Joe Jordan. Paul Jenkins stepped up to join the first team coaching staff. And earlier this week Jonathan Woodgate returned.Boro's bench has been transformed in the last fortnight following an inevitable reshuffle after Aitor Karanka's departure.So was Woodgate's return a surprise? And what will the experienced Teessider bring to the party?Steve Agnew is also discussed as our writers discuss the the challenge for the boss from now until the end of the season.Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor for the latest Tripe Supper podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

What is Aitor Karanka's legacy at Boro?And where next for the Spanish boss?A week on from Karanka's Boro exit, our writers gathered to reflect on his time in charge and to discuss where it went wrong in the final months.They look back on the highs, the lows, the best signings and the fall-outs. And debate Karanka's likely options as he looks to further his coaching career.Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor for this week's podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy