It has been claimed that Morgan Whittaker did not refuse to play for Plymouth Argyle against Burnley ahead of his transfer to Middlesbrough.

Plymouth Argyle manager Miron Muslic says Morgan Whittaker 'did not show up' as he explained the Middlesbrough target's absence from the heavy defeat to Burnley.

Plymouth Argyle have reportedly agreed a fee with Middlesborough over the departure of talented attacker Morgan Whittaker, after weeks of speculation he would be leaving the club.

Plymouth Argyle have accepted an improved offer from Middlesbrough for Burnley target Morgan Whittaker, according to journalist Alan Nixon. Whittaker is on his way out at Home Park and is pushing for an exit from the Championship strugglers.

Boro faced competition from Burnley for the 24-year-old's signature, but appear to be closing in on the transfer after a deal was secured with the Championship basement club. Finn Azaz, who enjoyed a fruitful partnership with Whittaker at Home Park, is believed to have played his part in convincing Whittaker on the move to the Riverside.

The deal for Whittaker, who has signed a contract with Boro until 2029, also includes £2m in potential add-ons

Plymouth Argyle have accepted a transfer bid from Championship rivals Middlesbrough for forward Morgan Whittaker. Whittaker is undergoing a medical at Middlesbrough ahead of a transfer in the region of £6million ($7.

Middlesbrough had to fend off a late Burnley move for Plymouth winger Morgan Whittaker to secure a deal for the player. The post Burnley Made Late Move To Hijack Middlesbrough’s Morgan Whittaker Swoop appeared first on Inside Futbol | Latest Football News,