That claim was later refuted by the Boro boss .
Tomlin 's high - profile departure from the North - east left a sour taste in some supporters ' mouths , with the club still reeling from a play - off final defeat .
That claim was later refuted by the Boro boss , but Tomlin 's high - profile departure from the North - east left a sour taste in some supporters ' mouths , with the club still reeling from a play - off final defeat .