Reading reject Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate has revealed that a bid for Reading midfielder Steve Sidwell has been rejected.

Despite having rejected contract offers from Reading, Sidwell will stay at the club for the rest of the season.

Middlesbrough are having a tough time trying to purchase players and this latest rejection will serve a blow to Southgate.

"Sidwell is a player we wanted, but Reading told us he is not for sale." said Southgate.