Boro chief executive Keith Lamb flew to Madrid yesterday and has agreed an undisclosed fee with the Spanish club. Boro will now speak to Juninho and his agent and will hopefully come to an agreement.
After a splendid World Cup it was clear to see that he has regained the tremendous form that he showed in his first spell at the club.
If it comes off the next six and a half weeks cannot go quickly enough, bring on the new season.