Kim Hellberg will keep rivals guessing as Middlesbrough prepare to return to action

Middlesbrough head coach Kim Hellberg plans to maintain his tactically flexible approach to keep opponents guessing as Championship action resumes. Boro entered the international break in third place, trailing the top spot by just two points after losing only once in their opening eight games. Hellberg emphasized that his squad's ability to switch formations and adapt structures makes them difficult to play against ahead of a busy schedule of five matches this month.

Boro host Wolves on Saturday in a sold-out match celebrating the club's 150th anniversary. Ahead of the fixture, Hellberg is set to welcome back international players to Rockliffe, including midfielder Sebastian Berhalter. Berhalter will be assessed following his appearances for the United States under manager Mauricio Pochettino, having earned strong praise after a standout international break.