“He can now leave” Sunderland now confident in letting ACE player have Stadium of Light permanently with Outstanding 17yr Old Emerging talent on sight as perfect replacement.
Sunderland goalkeeper Nathan Bishop, who joined the club from Manchester United last summer, may be on his way out after making only two appearances for the Black Cats. The club’s first-choice goalkeeper, Anthony Patterson, has attracted interest from Premier League clubs, with Sunderland reportedly hoping to receive £20 million for him.
According to The Sun, Sunderland’s board is willing to let Bishop leave this summer to make room for a new arrival. Bishop, who has two years left on his contract and is valued at £250,000 by Transfermarkt, could be sold to create space for Australian “wonderkid” Robert Cook.
Cook, a 17-year-old goalkeeper from Perth Glory, is set to travel to Sunderland next month for talks. Despite not having made a senior appearance for his current club, Cook is considered one of Australia’s most promising talents. His British passport means he won’t face work permit issues due to Brexit regulations.
This move makes sense for both Sunderland and Bishop. At 22, Bishop needs regular playing time to continue his development, which he’s unlikely to get as a backup at Sunderland.
The club has already confirmed the signing of 34-year-old goalkeeper Simon Moore from Coventry City, who is expected to serve as the backup. Cook, at 17, is seen as a prospect for the future.
These changes suggest that Sunderland’s goalkeeping department is undergoing significant restructuring compared to other areas of the squad.