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Boro sign Phillips from Spurs

Middlesbrough have continued their aggressive summer recruitment drive by securing the permanent signature of Tottenham Hotspur defender Ashley Phillips. The England Under-21 international arrives at the Riverside Stadium on a long-term five-year deal, becoming the eighth new face in Kim Hellberg’s squad.

Americans Abroad: Is Musah getting back to his best?

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including a former highly-touted midfielder making a comeback.

Americans Abroad: Berhalter impresses with assist in Boro debut

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including a standout debut.

Middlesbrough sign Man Utd's Vitek in record £14m deal for Championship keeper

Middlesbrough have completed the signing of goalkeeper Radek Vitek from Manchester United in a deal worth up to £14m, setting a new transfer record for a second-tier goalkeeper. The 22-year-old spent last season on loan at Bristol City, where he impressed with 12 clean sheets, and now joins Boro as their seventh summer signing.

USMNT Transfer Grades: Reyna gets another fresh start in France

GOAL grades each of the completed deals involving American soccer's top stars

USMNT's Arfsten finalizes $7.5m Boro transfer

Middlesbrough have finalized an agreement to sign U.S. men's national team and Columbus Crew defender Max Arfsten. Sources told GOAL last week that the deal is worth up to $7.5 million. The move to the Championship club sees Arfsten link up with USMNT teammates Sebastian Berhalter and Aidan Morris, both of whom are also Crew products.

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