Former Sunderland coach delivers ‘exciting’ verdict on Black Cats prospects after South Shields win

14/07/2024 Raymond 0

Regis Le Bris began his Sunderland tenure with a resounding victory at South Shields. Former Sunderland academy coach Elliott Dickman praised the club’s young talents and urged them to seize the opportunity to impress the new head coach. In his debut match, Le Bris saw his team secure a 5-0 win, with first-half goals from Patrick Roberts, Trai Hume, Chris Rigg, Eliezer Mayenda, and Adil Aouchiche. Numerous academy players, including Tommy Watson, Harrison Jones, and Ben Crompton, were given a chance to shine in the second half, showcasing their potential.

Dickman noted the difficulty of breaking into the first-team environment but expressed optimism about the young players’ prospects. He highlighted the progress of Chris Rigg, Tommy Watson, Caden Kelly, and Harrison Jones, emphasizing the importance of impressing the new manager. The win at South Shields positively impacted Le Bris, who now focuses on the team’s upcoming trip to Spain to face Nottingham Forest and CD Eldense. Dickman believes the match was a great start for Le Bris and will help prepare Sunderland for a challenging season ahead.

Scott Wright sees Rangers transfer exit route emerge as Sheffield Wednesday make their signing pitch

30/06/2024 Raymond 0

Sheffield Wednesday has shown interest in acquiring Rangers winger Scott Wright, who has a year left on his contract. The 26-year-old has caught the eye of Wednesday’s manager, Danny Rohl, who is eager to bring him to the Championship side. Wright, who joined Rangers in 2021 and played in the Europa League Final against Eintracht Frankfurt, has found it difficult to secure a regular spot under manager Philippe Clement. With Clement planning significant changes and already adding five new players to the squad, Wright’s future at Ibrox is uncertain. Sheffield Wednesday hopes to finalize a deal for Wright before the new season starts.

Manager Philippe Clement discussed his vision for the team, emphasizing the importance of a balanced squad with both young talents and experienced players. He highlighted the recent departures and the need to integrate new signings quickly. Clement expressed excitement about the upcoming pre-season and the opportunity to instill the team’s principles in the new players, despite the challenges of managing a larger squad. He stressed the collective motivation of the players and staff to perform well from the outset, ready to tackle nine top games in the first four weeks of the season.