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Aitor Karanka has told Sky Sports he never wanted to leave Middlesbrough and said it was upsetting to hear reports claiming he told his players he didnt want to manage them anymore. The 42-year-old looked set to be leaving the Riverside Stadium at the weekend when it emerged he had left the clubs Rockliffe Park training headquarters suddenly and unexpectedly after a team meeting. FL72 Podcast Aitor Karanka explains a dramatic week at Middlesbrough -listen here Karanka was not in the dug-out for Sundays 2-0 Sky Bet Championship defeat at Charlton, but the club announced on Monday evening that he would resume his role as head coach with immediate effect. Karanka looked set to be leaving the Riverside Stadium at the weekend Asked by Sky Sports Jonathan Oakes if he had told the players he did not want to manage them anymore as per the rumours, Karanka said: They knew my position, and this is maybe one of the things that hurts me a lot.When I heard that there were problems with the changing room, when I have been here for two-and-a-half years and they have given me everything.When I came here we were fighting in the relegation positions, and now we are near the top of the table. Middlesbrough are looking to return to the top flight after a seven-year absence That change is because we have an amazing relationship. So it was more difficult for me to hear, because we were fighting together, and it was difficult for me especially when it is not true.Karanka held a meeting with his players and staff on Tuesday to thrash out the way forward after chairman Steve Gibson had moved to find a solution and refocus attention on the clubs bid for a return to the Premier League after a seven-year absence.The Spaniard told Sky Sports that himself and Gibson didnt need to agree something because there was never a disagreement, but admits the past week caused concern within his family. Middlesbrough sit third in the Championship, a point behind the automatic promotion spots with a game in hand I cant deny every single rumour, Karanka said. Sometimes I wanted to cry, sometimes I wanted to laugh.The worst thing was that my family in Spain were hearing a lot of things and sometimes they called me and were concerned because they read things, heard that something wasnt good for me.There were moments in these two days where my family called me. Those were the worst moments for me because if I would have liked to leave today or after the game on Sunday I had more chances to leave, because the team lost the game, so I never wanted to leave. I have an amazing squad, I have always said that.Middlesbrough sit third in the Championship, a point behind the automatic promotion spots with a game in hand, and face Hull on Friday evening at the Riverside, live on Sky Sports 1HD.Watch the extended interview with Karanka before the match on Friday from 7pm. Also See: Karanka never wanted to leave Six more FL games on Sky Karanka staying with Boro Middlesbrough news Blue Jays Jerseys 2020 . The defending champion beat Gael Monfils of France 7-6 (6), 6-3, while second-seeded Andy Murray of Britain dispatched Edouard Roger-Vasselin, also of France, 6-3, 6-3. Making his first appearance since injuring his wrist a month ago, Del Potro had difficulty with his service games in the first set. Toronto Blue Jays Store . -- Aldon Smith believes he is on the path to being sober for good. https://www.cheapbluejays.com/ . The Cleveland Indians, Tampa Bay Rays, and Texas Rangers all won on Sunday meaning the Rangers will host the Rays in a play-in game on Monday. Blue Jays Jerseys China . -- PGA TOUR Canada member Steve Saunders took a three-stroke lead Saturday in the Web. Toronto Blue Jays Gear . Manuel was offered a position the day he was fired. He accepted earlier this week and the team made the announcement Friday.Seattle host Buffalo on Monday night as week nine in the NFL comes to its conclusion, live on Sky Sports 1 from 1.15am. Once again its Seattles fabled defence that is the cornerstone of their season and coupled with their impressive home record, it is a daunting trip for a Bills team looking to avoid a third successive defeat. Russell Wilson will look to help the Seahawks increase their hold on top spot in the NFC West The Legion of Boom went into week nine ranked behind only the Minnesota Vikings for total points allowed, however, their offence has struggled and only the Los Angeles Rams have scored fewer points than Pete Carrolls team. RESULT: Week 10 game choice The votes have been counted and we reveals the Sky Sports live games you have selected Latest Standings AFC East W-L-D NFC West W-L-D 1. New England Patriots 7-1 1. Seattle Seahawks 4-2-1 2. Miami Dolphins 4-4 2. Arizona Cardinals 3-4-1 3. Buffalo Bills 4-4 3. Los Angeles Rams 3-5 1. New York Jets 3-6 4. San Francisco 49ers 1-7 The Seahawks have also been involved in two of the lowest scoring games of the season (L3-9 v Rams and D6-6 @ Cardinals) so a tight contest is expected against a Bills side also built on defence and with the games most likely attacking weapon an injury doubt. LeSean McCoy is crucial the the Bills hopes of a win in Seattle LeSean McCoy missed Buffalos defeat to New Englandd last week with a hamstring problem and while Rex Ryan is confident he will feature, the star running back may be used lightly as he was rushed back against Miami a fortnight ago and left the game early.ddddddddddddMike Gillislee stands by to replace McCoy at CenturyLink Field where Seattle have won 34 of their last 39 regular and post season games. Buffalo Bills good start is in danger of unraveling after defeat to New England saw them drop to .500 for the season Buffalo have dropped to third in the AFC East standings after back-to-back divisional defeats against the Dolphins and the Patriots where they shipped more than 20 points on both occasions, having done than just once in their opening six games.However, Seattle have also had their struggles and come into the game looked to end their own two-game streak without a victory which included defeat to New Orleans last week, a result that perhaps had more to do with the exhaustion from the previous weeks 6-6 OT draw with Arizona. Seattle slipped to just a second defeat of the season last week when they were beaten by New Orleans Seahawks will be without the considerable defensive talents of Michael Bennett and Kam Chancellor, while running back Thomas Rawls is also out.Tight end Charles Clay and veteran running back Reggie Bush join McCoy on the Bills questionable list but Percy Harvin could feature having re-signed with Buffalo before last Tuesdays trade deadline after coming out of retirement to rejoin the team he left at the end of last season. Also See: NFL week nine highlights RESULT: Week 10 game choice WATCH: Sunday Blitz Latest standings ' ' '