Terry, on the verge of becoming Middlesbrough boss

It would mean a giant leap for the legendary former Chelsea defender, who this season was helping Aston Villa's coaching staff to get back into the Premier League.

In addition, it would be a first managerial job for Terry since retiring from football. During this period he has been gaining experience under Dean Smith at Aston Villa.

The 'villains' finished fifth in the Championship. Terry would have already spoken to the club, and will be considering the offer carefully, with Villa in the Play-off final.

The departure of Pulis from Boro seems obvious, so much so that the English club has other names on the lst as well as Terry. The main one is Jonathan Woodgate, a former Real Madrid player.