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Calum Chambers set for Middlesbrough medical - Sky sources

Calum Chambers celebrates scoring the 3rd Arsenal goal  during the Premier League match against Liverpool
Image: Calum Chambers is set to join Middlesbrough on loan

Arsenal defender Calum Chambers is set to have a medical at Middlesbrough ahead of a season-long loan, according to Sky sources.

The 21-year-old joined the Gunners from Southampton for £16m in July 2014 and has played 59 times for Arsene Wenger's side.

Chambers scored in the 4-3 defeat at home to Liverpool on the opening day of the season, but now appears set for a move to Teesside.

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Boro have performed well on their return to the Premier League, winning one and drawing two of their three matches to date, including a goalless draw at West Brom on Sunday.

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Image: Chambers scored in the season-opening game
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Chambers would further boost Aitor Karanka's defensive options as Boro attempt to re-establish themselves as a top-flight club.

He could be in line to make his debut at home to Crystal Palace on September 10, when the Premier League resumes after the international break.

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Chambers would become the 10th player to arrive at the Riverside over the summer.

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