Sunderland next move & Celtic latest amid Newcastle & Boro links

30/06/2024 Raymond 0

This week’s North East Notes highlights the goalkeepers from Newcastle and Middlesbrough, but first, let’s focus on Sunderland, who have had an eventful week at the Stadium of Light. Hummel has rejoined forces with the Black Cats and has taken extraordinary measures to create a unique shirt specifically for Sunderland. On Friday morning, anticipation ran high as queues wound around the car park in anticipation of the official store opening.

Transfer gossip: Sunderland line up England youth player to replace £20m-rated star

01/04/2024 Raymond 0

Amid preparations for the Championship’s decisive phase, Sunderland finds itself amidst a whirlwind of transfer news and speculations. The club is already scouting for a successor to Anthony Patterson in anticipation of heightened interest during the summer transfer window. Patterson, a homegrown talent, emerged as a pivotal figure during Sunderland’s League One campaign, playing a key role in their promotion via the playoffs. Maintaining his status as Sunderland’s primary goalkeeper under various managerial regimes, Patterson’s consistent performances have attracted significant attention, with reports indicating Sunderland’s valuation of £20 million for the Academy of Light graduate. However, Sunderland is now exploring alternatives and has reportedly set its sights on Wigan Athletic’s Sam Tickle.