Sunderland failed to secure any points against Portsmouth yesterday as they were beaten 3-1, which has knocked them back slightly in the race for promotion.
The Black Cats still have games in hand but a win in yesterday’s game could have put them in a fantastic position, so Jack Ross will definitely be disappointed in his troops.
Although, supporters received a huge boost recently, as according to the Chronicle Live, Lynden Gooch has stated that he is closing to agreeing a new contract at Sunderland.
Lynden Gooch has confirmed he is close to agreeing a new contract on Wearside.
Indeed, it was previously stated that a deal between the American and the club was understood to be close, and now the 22-year-old has spoken about the current situation, here’s what he had to say:
“Yeah, it’s close,”
“It’s obviously in the hands of my team and the club.”
“I’ve said for a long time that this club means a lot to me and if I can try and get the club back to the good times, then I’ll do so.”
THE VERDICT:
Lynden Gooch is enjoying arguably his best season at the Stadium of Light, so it comes as no surprise that the club’s chiefs are desperate to tie him down to a long-term deal.
The American will play a huge part in the rest of their campaign and has already secured a number of goals and assists, with plenty more to come from him in the race for promotion.
