Middlesbrough winger Stewart Downing has reportedly handed in a transfer request, with Spurs preparing to offer £10million for his services.The Middlesbrough-born wideman has told his hometown club that he wants to leave, with Tottenham trying to broker a deal for his services.
Spurs had a bid of £6million rejected over the weekend, but it is believed they have made a revised offer of over £10million.
Boro chief Steve Gibson insists that he will not be selling any of his big names in January - but with the player now confirming he wants to leave, it remains to be seen whether he will get his wish or not.
The Teesside club set a precedent with their current squad in the summer when they allowed the then unsettled Luke Young to quit the club for Aston Villa - which they had not initially planned to do.
Now Downing, along with Gary O'Neil and Mido, are testing Gibson's resolve further as all seek moves away from the Riverside Stadium.
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What is the value of a contract. What about getting rid of some of those who want to stay. The club would be taken to every court in the land and then Europe if they tried. Downing has been a good servant of Boro he is worth his money. What is driving these people away from Boro really needs to be ivestigated. Poor results, an annual try to avoid relegation, lackluster performances,and an inexperiencd manager. There is no pride anymore in wearing the Boro shirt. Mido has a bit of a cheek, last season he was over weight and unfit. This year Boro are starting to get some of their money back, now he wants to go. I remember well the late Brian Clough leaving boro to maintain the england shirt, however, this was given to Alan Peacock who had remained at Boro. Clough only managed one other cap then was injured. Hope history doesnt repeat itself with Downing.
Come and join the Tottenham boys, you know you want to.
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