Sunderland’s upcoming opponents Sheffield Wednesday ‘consider’ move as Hull City man reflects on Black Cats spell

Latest news and speculations from across the Championship regarding Sunderland’s rivals

Sunderland won 2-0 away at Cardiff City on the opening day of the new 2024/25 Championship season. They were beaten 2-0 away at fellow second tier outfit Preston North End last time out at Deepdale in the first round of the Carabao Cup.

Next up for the Black Cats is a league home clash against Sheffield Wednesday. Here are some of the most recent rumors and news from the division in the interim.

Following his loan stint at Sunderland last season, Mason Burstow, a striker for Chelsea, has joined Hull City permanently. The twenty-one-year-old, who previously played for Charlton Athletic, only managed one goal for the Black Cats in twenty games.

He has now agreed to a four-year contract with the Tigers, and the team has an additional one-year option. “It’s a big accomplishment for myself,” the England youth international said, describing his time in the North East as a “learning curve.” I’m incredibly happy to be here. I’m thrilled to be a part of the club because it has a very cozy vibe and lofty goals. This is a legitimate project. The new manager has an extremely creative, aggressive, and upbeat style of play.

“I always try to be a threat in the box and play through the middle.” I am able to run in behind, hold it up, and link play. I hope the manager can use me in a variety of ways. Sunderland was a learning curve but maybe Hull is the place I can kick on and make a statement for myself.”

Hull have also scooped up defender Charlie Hughes from Wigan Athletic and midfielder Oscar Zambrano on loan from L.D.U Quito. They finished 7th in the table in the last campaign and were three points from the play-offs.

Sheffield Wednesday eye midfielder

Sunderland’s forthcoming opponents Sheffield Wednesday may ‘consider’ a move for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Alfie Devine between now and the end of the transfer window, according to The Star. The 20-year-old played for Liverpool and Wigan Athletic before going down to London in 2020.

Devine was previously loaned to Port Vale and Plymouth Argyle, and he has since made two appearances for Spurs’ first squad. He might be seen by the Owls as a way to give their team additional depth and competition as they try to build on their success under Danny Rohl.

Stoke City adds a fresh member

Andy Moran, a midfielder, has joined Stoke City on loan from Brighton & Hove Albion. Last term, he played for Blackburn Rovers, a fellow second-tier team.

In 2020, the 20-year-old relocated to England. “Andrew is a young player with a bright future high up in the game, and someone we believe is ready to make an impact in the Championship this season,” stated Jonathan Walters, the Sporting Director of the Potters, upon his departure.

“He is the kind of player that will get our supporters off their seats – an intelligent, creative player with an eye for goal and his work-rate is phenomenal. He’s highly rated by Brighton and the experience he gained from his first loan in the Championship last season will stand him in good stead to hit the ground running this time around. I’m delighted to bring him in and welcome him to the Stoke City family.”

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