Schwarzer threatens to leave Boro

MIDDLESBROUGH goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer has drawn a frosty response from the club, after he admitted he could leave if contract negotiations stall.

The 34-year-old Australia international is currently in talks with the Teessiders as he prepares to enter the final year of his existing deal. However, having seen compatriot Mark Viduka leave the Riverside Stadium for derby rivals Newcastle last month after the club delayed opening talks with him, Schwarzer vented his frustration.

Boro’s public reaction was diplomatic, although they were privately less than impressed by the goalkeeper’s comments.