Middlesbrough have swooped to sign Morgan Whittaker in the January transfer window from Plymouth after the striker fell out of favour under new boss Miron Muslic

Middlesbrough have secured the signing of Morgan Whittaker on a permanent transfer from Plymouth Argyle.

The deal for Whittaker, who has signed a contract with Boro until 2029, also includes £2m in potential add-ons

Middlesbrough have had an improved bid accepted for Plymouth Argyle winger Morgan Whittaker. Alan Nixon believes Boro have accepted an offer of £6m, with the deal also including extras for the Pilgrims.

Boro faced competition from Burnley for the 24-year-old's signature, but appear to be closing in on the transfer after a deal was secured with the Championship basement club. Finn Azaz, who enjoyed a fruitful partnership with Whittaker at Home Park, is believed to have played his part in convincing Whittaker on the move to the Riverside.

Plymouth Argyle have reportedly agreed a fee with Middlesborough over the departure of talented attacker Morgan Whittaker, after weeks of speculation he would be leaving the club.

Middlesbrough are reportedly targeting Plymouth Argyle defender Bali Mumba after having a bid accepted for his team-mate Morgan Whittaker.

Plymouth Argyle have accepted a transfer bid from Championship rivals Middlesbrough for forward Morgan Whittaker. Whittaker is undergoing a medical at Middlesbrough ahead of a transfer in the region of £6million ($7.