Friday, April 18, 2014

Wised up Boro boss Aitor Karanka primed to push for promotion


Boro head coach Aitor Karanka says: 'I'm looking forward to the summer and to next season'




Aitor Karanka will put his steep learning curve to good use in preparing Boro for a promotion push next season.


The Spaniard is in a far better positon to build a successful side than he was when thrust into English football in November.


“I’m looking forward to the summer and to next season,” he said with an enthusiasm that suggests he knows what he needs to do to turn Boro into a force.


“I have learned a lot of things about the football here, and my English is improving, which will help me,” he said.


He arrived with little other than his football principles, but now he knows about his players, the standard of the Championship and what to expect from August when the new campaign kicks off.


And, while signings will be a big part of his summer plans, he has pledged to improve the club’s disciplinary record after nine red cards this season - seven of them under him.


“Red cards are a problem, and most of them have been for mistakes,” he said.


“We must learn from it and improve. I have spoken to the players about it. They know my feelings. They know I am not happy with mistakes that have led to cards.”



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