Sunderland have had a frustrating season, but the Black Cats will aim to put it behind them this summer by focusing on the transfer window and maybe welcoming a former Premier League star.
Sunderland transfer news
If they could go back in time, it would be intriguing to see if Sunderland would have kept Tony Mowbray rather than starting a terrible Michael Beale era.
When the former lost his position, the Black Cats were in contention for a playoff spot. Months later, and following a brief Beale nightmare, they are 13th and on track to make this season’s Championship campaign one to forget.
However, with a new manager ready to take over at the Stadium of Light this summer, there will be a fresh start. As of now, Paul Heckingbottom, who was fired by Premier League club Sheffield United earlier this season, appears to be the leading candidate for the job. Having already achieved success in the Championship, he could be a great choice.
Once they find their next manager, the transfer window becomes critical, and it appears that the Black Cats are aware of this. According to Chronicle Live, Sunderland are looking to sign Amani Richards, whose contract with Leicester City is set to expire at the end of the season, allowing the winger to leave as a free agent.
The 19-year-old has already had an impressive career, having progressed from Chelsea’s academy to Arsenal’s as a highly regarded wonderkid. Given Richards’ youth, the wonderkid nickname should not fade anytime soon. Sunderland might enable the former Arsenal star rediscover his greatest form and reach his full potential.
Richards could follow Jack Clarke path at Sunderland
Jack Clarke is one player who has experience slipping out of the Premier League. The winger failed to make it at Tottenham Hotspur before joining Sunderland, where he is now a star, with West Ham United reportedly showing interest. Richards may take this trail as inspiration to make Wearside the ideal summer getaway.
After trying to break into Leicester’s first squad this season, senior minutes may be a top objective for Richards if he wants to progress. With Sunderland’s attitude of giving young players plenty of opportunities, a transfer to the Stadium of Light could be a good decision for the teenager.
It’s critical that the Black Cats get this summer off to a good start, and they’ll want to keep to their methods in the process, since players with Richards’ potential should be pursued again in the following months.
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