It's safe to say that Sunderland are struggling. Even though results have been somewhat positive recently and their home form has improved dramatically with wins over Newcastle United, Manchester City and Southampton (that one in the League Cup), they still sit second from bottom in the table. For the Black Cat fanatics, they just seem to stutter from season to season and to the fans, it is massively frustrating. Some say it will be the constant stream of managers, others will say it's the tactics. However some of the blame may go towards those who have been shown the door over the last couple of seasons. Both members of the youth team and senior squad showed glimpses of ability and talent, but in the end, they were either forgotten about or left for the bigger clubs to pry them away from Wearside. The players that make an immediate impacts are the ones the fans take to very quickly, Lorik Cana, is an example and was one of my personal favourites. His tackles and leadership qualities were exactly what Sunderland craved for, but sadly his form plummeted and was sold in the summer. There are a few names that may spark debates - so with out further or do, let's look at the five players that Sunderland should NOT have sold over the last few seasons.
A North East freelance sports journalist who contributes in both written and video formats, with particular interest in athletics and football. I also like to dabble in a spot of gaming as well as film, mainly comic book themed and reading a few too. I am Batman.
