“They have to…” – Peter Reid issues Sunderland warning
Peter Reid has warned Sunderland to back Alex Neil in the transfer market this summer ahead of their return to the Championship.
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Sunderland face competition for Nathan Broadhead as they bid to bring Everton man back to Wearside
Sunderland could face competition from Wigan Athletic in the race to sign Nathan Broadhead this summer, according to a report. Everton striker Broadhead spent a successful season on loan with the Black Cats, helping Alex Neil's side win promotion to the Championship via the play-offs, and sporting director Kristjaan Speakman confirmed last month that the club intended to hold talks with the Merseysiders in an effort to bring him back to Wearside next season.
Middlesbrough and Rangers handed blow in Sunderland transfer pursuit
Sunderland are not interested in cashing in on their assets this summer and are prepared to offer Ross Stewart a new deal, according to the Northern Echo, in what is a blow to Middlesbrough and Rangers.
Key Sunderland figure outlines factors in recruitment process
Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman has given an insight into the process that goes with signing new players, as he admitted they do look at whether the individual will be able to cope with the pressure of joining the club.
Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman urges importance of ‘enough balance’ in summer recruitment plan
Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman has stressed the importance of finding balance in the squad as he and his team look forward to a busy and productive summer. The Black Cats will need to refresh and improve the squad for Championship football after they beat Wycombe Wanderers in the League One playoff final.
Sunderland sporting director admits there was “risk” in making key January transfer decision
Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman has admitted that signing Jermaine Defoe carried “more risk” than the average transfer, but suggested that he does not necessarily regret making the transfer.
Sunderland forward Ross Stewart wins League One PFA Vertu Motors Fans' Player of the Year
Ross Stewart has picked up the award for PFA Vertu Motors Fans’ Player of the Year after a stellar season in a red and white shirt. The Sunderland striker scored 26 times in 49 appearances throughout the campaign, including the second goal in the Black Cats play-off final win over Wycombe Wanderers.
Kristjaan Speakman gives his verdict on Sunderland’s signing of 39-year-old earlier this season
At the end of the January transfer window, Sunderland announced the signing of former player Jermain Defoe.