Neil Warnock confirms potential Middlesbrough move for popular former Sunderland forward
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Watmore has been a free agent since his contract expired earlier this summer.
The 26-year-old has had interest from abroad, but has been training with Middlesbrough to build his fitness.
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Hide AdHis performances on the training pitch have caught Warnock’s eye, and the experienced boss is eager to strengthen his options.
“He's done ever so well, I'm pleased for him,” Warnock said.
“I’m not sure what we can do regarding signings but he wanted to get fit and it's been a good opportunity for him.
“He's done really well. It's still ongoing.
“I don't know whether we can make a signing.
“I would like him [if we could get him].”
Middlesbrough have made a strong start to their Championship season, and moved into the play-off places on Saturday afternoon.
Marvin Johnson’s late winner secured a 1-0 win at the Riverside over Chris Hughton’s Nottingham Forest.