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Sunderland Football Club is preparing for another season in the Championship, England’s second-tier football league. The new season begins this weekend, marking Sunderland’s third consecutive year in this division since their promotion from League One.
The team is now under the leadership of French manager Regis Le Bris, with hopes that he can improve upon last season’s performance. While their summer transfer activity has been relatively quiet, one notable departure is young striker Cotcher, who did not sign a professional contract with Sunderland. According to reports from Romano, Cotcher is set to sign with Aston Villa in the Premier League.
Cotcher’s departure is seen as a significant loss for Sunderland. The 17-year-old forward, who has been part of England’s youth setup, scored nine goals in 27 games for Sunderland’s Under-18 team. His move to Aston Villa is somewhat surprising, given Sunderland’s reputation for nurturing young talent and potentially offering a clearer path to first-team football.
Looking ahead to the new season, Sunderland aims for a top-half finish. Manager Le Bris faces a challenging task and may need to bring in more players to compete for the top six positions. Despite some setbacks, the club continues to build an exciting project, with most key players remaining committed to the team.
Sunderland kicks off their season with an away match against Cardiff City in Wales, hoping to start the campaign with a victory and set a positive tone for the year ahead.