Ahead of this weekend's return to the Premier League, Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka quashed rumours he was on the way out in March.
Leading up to Sunday’s Premier League opener at home to Stoke City, Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka said he never had any intention to leave last season, contrary to reports.
From leading the Championship in January to securing only three victories in 10 matches, Karanka was absent during Middlesbrough's 2-0 loss away to Charlton Athletic, sparking rumours of a rift with the dressing room.
But Karanka denied those reports as Boro prepare for their return to England's top flight.