Gareth Southgate says his squad is likely to "change significantly" before the campaign gets under way with the visit of Sheffield United, but let's hope it changes for the better.
The Boro boss has been warned that his position will be reviewed in December, so will he lead the club into derby battle with the Magpies at St James' Park on December 19?
The Boro boss has been warned that his position will be reviewed in December, so will he lead the club into derby battle with the Magpies at St James' Park on December 19?