Aitor Karanka admits he was wrapped up in the whirlwind of last season’s January transfer window - but is expecting a far smoother experience next month.
On Thursday the transfer window opens once more, with a host of Premier League and Championship clubs looking to grab a mid-season bargain to bolster their ranks.
Boro are likely to dip their toes into the market in some capacity - but Karanka admitted he will first assess the condition of long-term injury victims Rhys Williams and Mustapha Carayol before finalising his transfer plans.
“I will see how Rhys and Muzzy are before I make a decision because they can both be very important players for us in the future,” Karanka said. “I prefer to check on them first before I look at alternatives.
“(The transfer window) was a headache last season because it was my first window, but this season is different. I know the league and my squad, and we don’t need a lot of players to strengthen.”
With Boro flying high in the Championship, Karanka also admitted he will inevitably have to deal with speculation linking some of his players with moves away from the Riverside. But the Spaniard remains confident that he will hold on to his prized assets.
“It is important I hold onto the players I have because they are all in winning positions on the pitch and on the bench,” he added.
“I’m very pleased with all of them.”
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