Morgan Whittaker Joins Middlesbrough for £6M Transfer
Plymouth Argyle forward Morgan Whittaker has completed a £6 million transfer to Championship rivals Middlesbrough, with an additional £2 million in potential add-ons. This move marks a record transfer fee for Plymouth Argyle and follows Whittaker's successful medical examination.
1/25/20252 min read
Plymouth's Morgan Whittaker Seals £6m Move to Middlesbrough 🚨⚽
Plymouth Argyle forward Morgan Whittaker has officially completed a £6m transfer to Championship rivals Middlesbrough, with £2m in potential add-ons. This deal significantly surpasses Plymouth's previous record transfer fee.
🩺 Medical and Signing Details
Whittaker underwent a medical on Friday before finalizing the permanent move to Riverside Stadium.
Middlesbrough boss Michael Carrick praised the signing, saying:
"There was a lot of interest in him, but it says a lot that he wanted to come here and be a part of things."
Whittaker's Record at Plymouth
Whittaker joined Plymouth Argyle from Swansea City for £1m in 2023 after an impressive loan spell. His stats include:
20 goals in 50 appearances last season, earning him a spot in the Championship Team of the Season.
A significant dip this season, with only 4 goals, as Argyle battles at the bottom of the table.
💡 Did you know? Whittaker's final goal for Plymouth was a match-winning strike against Brentford in the FA Cup earlier this month.
Controversial Departure
Whittaker’s time at Plymouth ended on a sour note:
He missed the 5-0 loss to Burnley after failing to show up on time despite being in the starting lineup.
Burnley had also been in talks for Whittaker, with a £5m bid rejected earlier this week.
Reuniting with a Former Teammate 🔄
At Middlesbrough, Whittaker will reunite with Finn Azaz, a midfielder he shared a strong partnership with during their time at Plymouth.
Analysis: What This Means for Plymouth 🧐
This deal brings financial relief to Plymouth. However, the big question is how the club will use this windfall:
Short-term survival: Invest now to climb out of the relegation zone.
Long-term rebuild: Prepare for life in League One next season.
Whittaker's Legacy at Plymouth
Despite his recent struggles, Whittaker leaves behind an impressive record:
34 goals since joining on loan in 2022.
A standout period of 15 goals in 22 matches during the 2023-2024 season.
While his departure may not have been ideal, fans can’t deny his contributions to the club’s recent successes.
What’s next for Plymouth Argyle and their battle for survival? And will Whittaker’s form improve at Middlesbrough under Michael Carrick? Share your thoughts below! 💬