He is self isolating and building his fitness up to the max in readiness, he wants to hit the ground running, brick walls and opposition defences will hold no fears. I can confirm he has instructed his people to ensure all the preparations are readied, paperwork signed, logistics and practicalities are organised, I’s dotted and T’s crossed. No stone to be left unturned to put a spanner in the works for a deal to be completed this time.
On hearing this news the press have been desperate for a response from the Boro end. Unfortunately, nobody has been available to comment. Press reports do understand that a statement is being prepared to assure supporters that pace and creativity have yet again been highlighted as the missing ingredients and the club will do all it can to get this potentially complex loan deal over the line. In other news, we hear Keith Lamb has been in his attic, dusting down his old fax machine and is on his way to Rockliffe as we speak.