David Wheater (Middlesbrough)

The only other club I've seen linked to this lad barring ourselves is Birmingham, I think that says it all really.

Fair point, but that could be because they're looking for a first choice defender, and we're looking for fourth choice.

Fair point, but that could be because they're looking for a first choice defender, and we're looking for fourth choice.

Why not look at Kelly or San Jose if you are looking for a fourth-choice defender.

Middlesbrough's David Wheater has pledged his future to the club, despite reported interest from Premier League sides.

The 22-year-old's tough tackling and determined attitude for his hometown club has said to have attracted the attentions of both Liverpool and Aston Villa.

However, the centre-back has committed his future to the Championship club and is fully focused on helping Boro back into the top flight.

"Time is on my side and I want another three, four or even five years before I even think about leaving," the former England Under 21 international told the Daily Mirror.

"It never crossed my mind to leave after relegation. I really do love it here.

"If the club accepted an offer, it would be different.

"But I just want to get Boro back in the Premier League."

What?

He's committed until someone comes running for him and then he's gone?

What?

He's committed until someone comes running for him and then he's gone?

According to the Mirror