Sunderland confirmed on Thursday evening that teenager Dan Neil has put pen to paper on a long-term contract.
And, as to be expected, a number of Black Cats supporters were quick to share their thoughts to the update on social media.
Neil, who made his senior debut back in 2018, has been a regular in Lee Johnson’s side this season, making 17 appearances in all competitions.
The 19-year-old, whose previous deal was set to expire in 2023, has netted twice and registered five assists this season and has now penned fresh terms until 2025 at the Stadium of Light.
He’s followed in the footsteps of Elliot Embleton in extending his stay in the north east, admitting it’s a ‘dream come true’ to be playing for the club.
Sunderland fans react
Sunderland posted the news on their official Twitter page on Thursday. This is what these fans had to say in reply, with many delighted and one labelling it as 'excellent news'.
“This has just made my day”
“I've got my club back”
“Excellent news”
“What a statement that is actually keeping our best young players, would’ve been sold for pennies under previous regime”
“We won’t make a bigger signing in the next 4/5 years. Superb this”
“Class news this absolutely buzzing with it”
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