Régis Le Bris makes interesting double transfer admission after Sunderland’s loss to Preston

14/08/2024 Raymond 0

Sunderland head coach Régis Le Bris discussed the futures of Zak Johnson and Timothee Pembele following the team’s Carabao Cup loss to Preston North End. Le Bris, who started Johnson at right-back after a strong loan spell at Dundalk, acknowledged the player’s desire for regular game time and hinted at the possibility of another loan move, despite expressing a preference to keep him at the club. He also confirmed that Sunderland is considering a loan for Pembele, who was left out of the squad for the Preston match.

Sunderland and England man and outlines first-team ambitions under Régis Le Bris after loan moves

25/06/2024 Raymond 0

Sunderland defender Zak Johnson has enjoyed a successful loan spell in Ireland and is now aiming for a spot in the Black Cats’ first team. The 19-year-old joined Dundalk for the 2023-24 season, where he made a significant impact by helping the team achieve a club record of eight consecutive home clean sheets. Johnson’s consistent performances earned him the 1903 Dundalk FC Supporters Club Player of the Month award and a nomination for the Soccer Writers of Ireland Player of the Month award for May. Reflecting on his time at Dundalk, Johnson emphasized the importance of playing as many games as possible and proving his reliability and maturity, regardless of his age. With these experiences, he hopes to secure a place in Sunderland’s first team under new head coach Régis Le Bris.