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Ashley Fletcher: Middlesbrough boss Neil Warnock unconcerned by striker's contract delay

Middlesbrough boss Neil Warnock has no issue with striker Ashley Fletcher pausing contract negotiations, and hopes to get the best form out of him for the remainder of the campaign.

The 25-year-old was Boro's top scorer last season but missed four months this term with a hamstring injury.

"I don't blame him, it doesn't bother me," Warnock told BBC Radio Tees.

"As long as it doesn't affect his football. I said to him I'll put him in the shop window, if you get 10 or 15 goals you might get a better offer somewhere else.

"Good luck to him, but we'll have enjoyed the 10 or 15 goals.