Aston Villa stopper Shay Given has extended his loan spell at Middlesbrough until 28 February. The 37-year-old joined the Championship outfit on 28 November and has played seven games, keeping four clean sheets.

"We are extremely delighted to secure the extension of Shay's loan until the end of February," said Boro chief executive Neil Bausor.

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