There was interest in Harry Darling, a favorite of Russell Martin's at Swansea, before he joined Middlesbrough. The initial interest in Darling came amidst a period of active recruitment, with Russell Martin seeking familiar faces to bolster his squad. Darling, known for his strong performances under Martin, became a target due to this connection, ultimately leading to his move to Middlesbrough. Transfermarkt currently estimates his market worth at 3.50m euros.