Carrick Offers Lath Middlesbrough Deal
**Michael Carrick has revealed that he has offered a new deal to highly-rated Middlesbrough defender, ** Darnell Lath. The young defender has impressed since joining the club from Blackpool in 2021. **
Carrick's Statement
"Darnell's a player we think very highly of. He's been a key part of the team and he's definitely got a bright future," Carrick said. "We want to keep our best players and Darnell is one of them. We've made him an offer and we're hopeful he'll sign it."
Lath's Impact
Lath has been a consistent performer for Middlesbrough, playing in all but one Championship game this season. He's renowned for his defensive solidity and his ability to get forward and contribute offensively.
Middlesbrough's Ambition
Carrick's desire to keep Lath underlines Middlesbrough's ambition to compete at the top end of the Championship. The club is currently sitting in the play-off spots, and they'll be looking to build on their strong start to the season.
Lath's Future
It remains to be seen whether Lath will sign the new deal offered by Carrick. The defender has attracted interest from other clubs in recent months, and he may be tempted by the prospect of playing at a higher level. However, Middlesbrough's ambition and the opportunity to work under Carrick may sway him to stay.
Conclusion
The offer of a new deal to Lath is a sign that Carrick is building a strong squad at Middlesbrough. The club is clearly aiming for promotion, and they will need to keep hold of their key players if they are to achieve that goal.