Blues Keen On Boro Utility Man

The 24-year-old, who can play at right-back, centre-back or in midfield, is said to be deciding on his options having rejected the offer of a new contract at The Riverside because he wants to secure regular first-team football.

Sunderland boss Roy Keane is also rumoured to be interested in signing the former England under-21 player who would be available on a Bosman-free transfer.