Middlesbrough are eyeing promotion to the Premier League and are chasing down Sheffield United in 2nd place. Michael Carrick has worked wonders at the Riverside Stadium since taking over from Chris Wilder earlier this season.
They beat Swansea City 3-1 away this weekend with Aaron Ramsey, Cameron Archer and Chuba Akpom on the scoresheet and are now only four points off the top two with 10 games left to play of the campaign. Here is a look at the Middlesbrough players who are out of contract this summer as the club faces some big decisions to make over the next couple of months...
1. Jonny Howson
The midfielder is a key player for Boro but his deal expires this summer. Photo: Michael Regan
2. Tommy Smith
The full-back is experienced and is a useful player to have. Photo: Lewis Storey
3. Luke Daniels
He provides competition and depth for Boro’s goalkeeping department. Photo: Stu Forster
4. Darnell Fisher
The former Preston North End man is facing an uncertain long-term future at the Riverside Stadium. Photo: Stu Forster