Marc Guiu has bid an emotional farewell to Sunderland and its supporters after his loan spell at the Stadium of Light was cut short, and he returned to Chelsea. The 19-year-old striker expressed his gratitude and affection for the club and its fans in a heartfelt message posted on Instagram.
Guiu reflected on his brief yet intense experience at Sunderland, acknowledging the passion and unique atmosphere surrounding football in the city. He described it as an honor to wear the Sunderland jersey and expressed his deep appreciation for the warm welcome and support he received during his time at the club.
Despite the unexpected nature of his return to Chelsea due to injury concerns in their squad, Guiu emphasized that Sunderland and its colors will always hold a special place in his heart. He thanked everyone at Sunderland AFC for their kindness and wished them all the best for the future, concluding his message with a heartfelt “Ha’way the lads!!! ❤️🤍❤️.”
Sunderland’s sporting director, Kristjaan Speakman, addressed the circumstances surrounding Guiu’s early departure, describing it as unusual but in the best interests of all parties involved. He highlighted the strong relationship with Chelsea and expressed well wishes for Guiu upon his return.
In addition to Guiu’s departure, Speakman also discussed Patrick Roberts’ loan move to Birmingham City, indicating that the winger has likely played his last game for Sunderland. He emphasized the importance of ensuring regular playing time for Roberts and acknowledged his significant contribution to the club over the years, expressing gratitude for his impact and wishing him luck in his future endeavors.
Roberts leaves Sunderland after making 147 appearances and playing a pivotal role in the club’s successful promotion campaigns, with his memorable winning goal against Sheffield Wednesday in 2022 standing out as a highlight of his time at the club. Speakman reiterated that Roberts will always be welcome at the Stadium of Light and thanked him for his immense contribution to Sunderland.
