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Bournemouth striker Joshua King could return for midweek Carabao Cup clash against Middlesbrough after missing weekend win over Stoke

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Bournemouth forward Joshua King faces a late fitness test ahead of Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash against Middlesbrough.

Norway international King missed the Premier League victory over Stoke on Saturday due to illness but could be available for the fourth round tie with Boro.

Striker Jermain Defoe (hamstring) will once again be absent, along with defenders Tyrone Mings (back) and Brad Smith (hip).

Bournemouth's Joshua King may return for Carabao Cup clash against Middlesbrough
Bournemouth's Joshua King may return for Carabao Cup clash against Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough boss Garry Monk will consider changes at Dean Court following a five-match win-less streak since their third-round win at Aston Villa.