Sunderland New Manager: 7 Things You Need To Know About Dick Advocaat

3. He Hasn't Won Anything Since 2008

For all Advocaat's success, he hardly boasts a spotless record. He has achieved mixed results throughout his career, and hasn't won anything in seven years. His international fortunes are particularly poor, having recently led Serbia to their worst ever start to a qualifying campaign, while he failed to get a strong Russia side out of the group stages at Euro 2012. A daunting move to England could provide the perfect refreshment for Advocaat, offering a new challenge and a return to the limelight. Alternatively, Sunderland could be left with an ageing manager unable to adapt to the fast-moving, intensely pressurised atmosphere of the Premier League. An appointment would certainly be a risk.