The four Sunderland players that could benefit under Mike Dodds after Michael Beale’s exit.
Which players stand to gain from Michael Beale’s departure as Sunderland’s head coach? Mike Dodds will lead the first team in an interim capacity until the summer. Here, we examine:
Adil Aouchiche
The French attacking midfielder joined Sunderland during the summer transfer window, but he has only played in the Championship eighteen times this year, the most of which have been as substitutes.
The 21-year-old has bags of quality and signed a five-year contract with the club but lost the confidence of Beale after some costly mistakes against Ipswich Town away from home earlier this season. Working under Dodds could see Aouchiche contribute more for Sunderland during the second half of the season.
Chris Rigg
With greater playing time and possibly even his first league start scheduled, Sunderland’s 16-year-old star boy appears to be in store for a fantastic second half of the year. It is possible that Dodds’ coaching acumen and belief in developing players will help Rigg.
The Bellingham family frequently credits Dodds as being essential in the growth of both Jobe and Jude; perhaps Dodds can exert a similar influence on Rigg.
The Bellingham family frequently credits Dodds as being essential in the growth of both Jobe and Jude; perhaps Dodds can exert a similar influence on Rigg.
Mundle Romaine
Due to Patrick Roberts’ injury, Romaine Mundle, who joined Sunderland from Standard Liege in the January transfer window, appears to be destined for a big role on the right side of the team’s attack.
Although the winger started Sunderland’s most recent matches against Birmingham City and Huddersfield Town, he will probably benefit from working under a coach who has the support of both the players and the supporters.
Timothee Pembelesigning of summer transfers Since moving from PSG, Timothee Pembele has only made five appearances for Sunderland in the league. The right-back, who is vying for a starting berth with the outstanding Trai Hume, has suffered with injuries throughout his Wearside career.But with games happening quickly in the final stretch, Dodds’ flexibility to alter Sunderland’s lineup both ahead of and during games might help Pembele. Sometimes Hume could be moved to left back because of injuries or suspensions. It’ll be fascinating to observe how Pembele progresses under Dodds.
Timothee Pembelesigning of summer transfers Since moving from PSG, Timothee Pembele has only made five appearances for Sunderland in the league. The right-back, who is vying for a starting berth with the outstanding Trai Hume, has suffered with injuries throughout his Wearside career.But with games happening quickly in the final stretch, Dodds’ flexibility to alter Sunderland’s lineup both ahead of and during games might help Pembele. Sometimes Hume could be moved to left back because of injuries or suspensions. It’ll be fascinating to observe how Pembele progresses under Dodds.