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Middlesbrough team news: Calum Chambers makes debut while Cristhian Stuani returns for tricks Spurs test

Aitor Karanka is on the verge of having a full squad to choose from with Jordan Rhodes back on the bench at the Riverside

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CALUM CHAMBERS makes his Boro debut on loan from Arsenal today while Christhian Stuani also returns to the starting lineup.

The Gunners defender finally gets his chance while the Uruguayan Stuani announced himself to the Premier League with both goals in August's 2-1 derby win at Sunderland, including one absolute thunderbolt.

 Calum Chambers joined on loan from Arsenal and plays today
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Calum Chambers joined on loan from Arsenal and plays todayCredit: PA:Press Association
 Aitor Karanka is close to having a full squad available
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Aitor Karanka is close to having a full squad availableCredit: PA:Press Association

Despite competing with Edinson Cavani and Luis Suarez for places, Stuani has made 30 appearances for the South American nation and scored 5 goals.

However he caused controversy this week by suggesting he was open to a return to former club Espanyol.

Jordan Rhodes also returns to full fitness and could put pressure on Alvaro Negredo for a starting berth.


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“They [the squad] are all fit except Grant Leadbitter and Fabio,” said Karanka.

“I have to try to find the best XI to try to beat Tottenham because we know it’s going to be another tough game against big club and another unbeaten team.

“They are both also close to starting with the team. I’m really pleased because I’ve almost got all of my squad ready to play.”

“We have to know the mistakes we’ve made in the past and learn from them. We are playing at home and know that we have to add points.

“But it’s a good challenge for us and another really good one at the Riverside so I’m really looking forward to the game.”

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