Middlesbrough are said to be in formal negotiations with Hull over the signing of Liam Millar. The midfielder has been a target for some time, and talks are said to be intensifying as the window progresses. The player remains under contract, but movement looks increasingly likely the longer talks go on. Birmingham and Stoke have not withdrawn their interest and could still influence the outcome. So far this season, Middlesbrough are steady at both ends (2.0 goals scored per game, 1.33 goals conceded per game). The role for Liam Millar would be to keep that balance while lifting performances across the pitch. Hull continue to be linked with Josha Vagnoman, Jean Matteo Bahoya and Robinio Vaz while Middlesbrough are also rumoured to be tracking Sam Byram. Can't get enough Middlesbrough transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for the latest transfer news as it happens.