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Middlesbrough goalkeeper Connor Ripley has extended his loan stay at Motherwell until the end of the season.

The 22-year-old has been an ever-present for the Scottish Premiership side this season, playing 21 times.

Ripley told Motherwell's website: "I've always said my preference was to stay and see it out.

"I've really enjoyed my time here. We've had some highs and lows, but I think my experience here is making me a better goalkeeper."

Ripley, who has played three times for Boro, had previous loan spells with Oxford United and Bradford City.

Motherwell currently sit eighth in the Premiership table.