Middlesbrough summer recruit needs to step up after tough start to life at the Riverside Stadium: Opinion

The72's Harry Mail argues that Middlesbrough summer signing Kyle Joseph needs to step up after a difficult start at the Riverside Stadium. The 25-year-old forward joined the club from Hull City on a permanent four-year deal for around £4 million plus add-ons, but has managed just one goal and zero assists in 16 appearances across all competitions.

Mail notes that Joseph has struggled for regular starts behind Will Lankshear and the returning David Strelec under manager Kim Hellberg. Despite Middlesbrough recently slipping to second in the Championship behind Birmingham City, the writer believes Joseph can still play a vital role if he finds form in front of goal.