QPR and Millwall are interested in Middlesbrough defender Anfernee Dijksteel, who will be a free agent this summer.
The 28-year-old joined Boro in 2019 and has made over 150 appearances for the Teesside club, including 32 in the Championship this season.
However, despite his consistent appearances under Michael Carrick in recent months, there are serious doubts about Dijksteel’s future due to his contract predicament..
Anfernee Dijksteel attracting transfer interest from Millwall and QPR
According to reporter Darren Witcoop, Millwall and QPR are interested in signing Dijksteel from Riverside Stadium.
While it’s unknown whether they will make an offer, it’s reported they are interested. The R’s are trying to bring in defensive reinforcements due to uncertainties about keeping Jimmy Dunne, who is also out of contract in the coming months.
Dijksteel’s top priority is to finish the season strong with Middlesbrough, who are aiming for the final play-off spot under Carrick.
| Championship Table (as of 28/4/25) | ||||
| Team | P | GD | Pts | |
| 5 | Bristol City | 44 | 8 | 67 |
| 6 | Coventry City | 45 | 4 | 66 |
| 7 | Millwall | 45 | 0 | 66 |
| 8 | Blackburn Rovers | 45 | 5 | 65 |
| 9 | Middlesbrough | 45 | 10 | 64 |
However, this will be difficult because Boro must not only win against Coventry, but also have Blackburn and Millwall fail to pick up three points.
Anfernee Dijksteel will want regular football at a key stage in his career
Dijksteel has appeared frequently this season, but most of that has been due to injury, as Boro’s defence has been taxed for much of the season.
So it could have been a very different situation for the player, and the fact that Boro did not rush to sign Dijksteel to a new contract implies they were willing to let him go.
At 28, the former Charlton Athletic player is at the stage of his career when he wants to play every week, which may come at QPR or Millwall.
Finally, Dijksteel is in a position to make his next move, and he will undoubtedly consider all of the relevant circumstances before making his decision.
If Millwall or QPR do manage to negotiate a deal for Dijksteel, you would say that it is savvy business, since he is a reliable Championship defender who will be picked up on a free.
Although Dijksteel is currently focused on advancing to the Premier League with Middlesbrough, it’s worth keeping an eye on this situation.
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