Championship teams Wolves, West Ham, and Burnley were interested in the situation of 25-year-old English winger Morgan Whittaker over the summer but did not make any moves. It was reported that offers from English clubs were deterred due to concerns about the winger's work rate and a belief that his play could be selfish. Whittaker joined Middlesbrough FC in January 2025 and is under contract until June 2029. He has one cap for the England U20 team. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value to be €18.00m.