Perry Groves, a pundit for TalkSPORT, has emphasized the importance of Sunderland signing players with Premier League experience in order to avoid relegation back to the Championship. He suggested that Newcastle United captain Jamaal Lascelles could be a valuable addition to Regis Le Bris’ squad.
Despite being linked with a potential return of former academy graduate Jordan Henderson from Ajax, Groves believes Sunderland need more experienced players in their youthful team. He pointed out that successful teams like Luton had players with Premier League experience, unlike Norwich who struggled with recruitment in past relegation campaigns.
Groves recommended players like Michael Keane and Jamaal Lascelles as potential signings for Sunderland, stressing the positive impact they could have on the younger players in the squad. While reports suggested Lascelles may have extended his contract with Newcastle, Groves remains hopeful that Sunderland can make the right signings to stay competitive in the Premier League.
On the other hand, Sunderland’s sporting director Kristjaan Speakman remained tight-lipped about the reported interest in Henderson, stating that the club has a specific plan for recruitment with various targets in mind. He emphasized the importance of finding the right players to fit the team’s requirements, regardless of individual speculations.
