Tony Pulis is looking to improve his side’s defence in the summer and he has identified Ryan Shawcross as a target.
The Middlesbrough boss has worked with Shawcross before and the Riverside outfit will make a move to sign him if they can secure promotion.
The 30-year-old has been a key player for Stoke City over the years and he would be a sensational addition to Middlesbrough. The Championship outfit will need some Premier League experience to survive in the top flight next year and a leader like Shawcross would be a tremendous signing.