--- source: thedugout.football generated: 2026-07-24T20:25:11.978Z last_updated: 2026-07-24T05:00:00+00:00 data_provider: API-Football canonical: https://thedugout.football/clubs/middlesbrough/news/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ2F6ZXR0ZWxpdmUuY28udWsvc3BvcnQvZm9vdGJhbGwvdHJhbnNmZXItbmV3cy9raW0taGVsbGJlcmdzLWV4Y2l0aW5nLXByZW1vbml0aW9uLW1pZGRsZXNicm91Z2gtMzQzNDI2MTM --- # Kim Hellberg's exciting premonition for Boro's Kyle Joseph after injury return - **Source:** - **Published:** 24 Jul - **Club:** Middlesbrough - **Original URL:** https://www.gazettelive.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/kim-hellbergs-exciting-premonition-middlesbrough-34342613 Joseph joined Boro from Hull City this summer off the back of playing a crucial role in the Tigers’ promotion to the Premier League. He scored eight goals in total. He missed the play-off final against Boro after picking up an ankle injury that required surgery, but in positive news for Boro, has already started to join with some full-contact training this week. It’s a week in which Boro turned heads with their capture of Tottenham striker Will Lankshear. The impressive former Oxford United loanee arrives while being tipped to thrive in a Hellberg side. Joseph can play as a centre forward, but featured more heavily for Hull last term in a supporting role to the left of Oli McBurnie. A similar kind of role is being earmarked for him at Boro, it’s understood, though Hellberg’s preference for versatility and fluidity has been clear since his arrival. And with that in mind, in his less-heralded attacking addition this summer, the Swedish coach sees a player with huge potential to be a hit on Teesside, particularly with regards to his goals return. “I like a lot about Kyle - his power, his ability to run, and run with pace,” Hellberg said. “That was something we didn’t have enough of last season. “I think he has a goalscoring possibility too. He scored eight goals last season but I think he has the ability to increase that next season. He is a player that could even go up and touch 15-20 goals a season. “I think that, based on what I’ve seen from him - good movement in the box, his desire to learn and improve, and his drive. There are a lot of things to like with him. He can press all over the pitch as well.” FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK! Keep up with all the Middlesbrough FC latest via the Gazette's dedicated Facebook page Goals proved a real problem for Boro last term. Having created more chances than any other side after Hellberg’s arrival, and had the most touches in the opposition box, Boro were also the most wasteful when it came to taking opportunities. But with the additions of Lankshear, Joseph and Myles Peart-Harris, with the impending arrival of goalscoring midfielder Sebastian Berhalter, and with one more forward a potential, Boro have clearly recognised their downfalls last term and are intent on rectifying it for the upcoming campaign. Middlesbrough are preparing for a big summer as they look to rebuild from the heartarche of missing out on promotion to the Premier League. Make sure you don't miss out on the latest Boro news by joining our free WhatsApp group. You can get all the breaking news and best analysis sent straight to your phone by clicking here to subscribe. Your information will be hidden, you'll only ever receive messages from the Teesside Live sports team, and you can leave any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'Exit group'. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.