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David Byrom

Tony Pulis set to leave Middlesbrough after disappointing season; Aston Villa linked to big money Chelsea transfer; Leeds United line up bargain move - latest gossip

Pulis on the brink

Gazette Live report that Tony Pulis is expected to leave Middlesbrough this week.

The former Bristol City boss' 18-month contract at the Riverside is set to expire this summer and, after a disappointing campaign, it will not be renewed.

Pulis is expected to meet with the Boro hierarchy this week but, after they failed to make the play-offs, it is unlikely he will be offered a new deal.

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Villa to make Abraham move

Birmingham Live claim Aston Villa will make a move to sign Tammy Abraham on a permanent deal if they win the play-offs.

The former Bristol City striker has been in sensational form for Villa, netting 26 goals to fire them to the top six.

Villa are keen to bring Abraham back to the club after his loan spell ends but know they can only have a realistic hope of doing so if they are in the Premier League.

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Leeds line up Luca

Leeds United are hoping to pull off a bargain move for Bolton Wanderers youngster Luca Connell.

Connell is out of contract at Bolton and, with the club in turmoil, it looks increasingly likely that he will depart the Trotters this summer.

The 18-year-old, who can play in defence or midfield, featured 10 times for Bolton in the Championship this season and is reportedly being watched by a host of clubs.

But promotion-chasing Leeds are get a deal done ahead of rivals for his signature.

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