With a bid reportedly now accepted by Charlotte FC, Middlesbrough have opened formal talks with Adilson Malanda over personal terms. The defender is said to be keen on the move, though full details of the contract are still being worked through. Negotiations are active, and the next 24-48 hours could prove decisive in closing the deal - with optimism growing that he will be a Middlesbrough player before too long. Negotiations are still active, and with no other teams linked, Middlesbrough appear to have a clear path to completing the deal. Middlesbrough's back line has been a real strength this season, conceding just 0.62 goals per game (5 in 8). Adilson Malanda would be expected to slot into that unit and hold his own in an already solid setup. No fresh speculation surrounds Charlotte FC or Middlesbrough regarding other transfer targets. Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for up-to-the-minute football transfer rumours and news from your club and beyond.