Middlesbrough have joined Rangers in the transfer hunt for Leicester City winger Stephy Mavididi, Football League World has learned. The move is a significant one for Middlesbrough, who are currently 15 points behind leaders Coventry in the title race. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 5th in Championship, 80 pts, 22W-14D-10L from 46 games, recent form LLDDW. Goals this season: 72 scored, 47 conceded (+25 goal difference). The club's recent form has been a concern, with a loss to Hull City in their last outing. Middlesbrough's next fixture is against Cardiff at home on October 17. The move for Mavididi is a significant one for Middlesbrough, who are looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. The winger has been linked with several clubs in the Championship, but Middlesbrough's interest is the latest development in the transfer hunt.