Kristjaan Speakman says Sunderland are disappointed to have lost striker Ellis Simms after he was recalled by parent club Everton. Toffees boss Frank Lampard gave the Premier League outfit the green light to recall the 21-year-old after impressing during his time at the Stadium of Light.
Simms struck up an impressive partnership with Ross Stewart, despite the duo missing a large part of the current campaign. The loanee scored seven times in 17 appearances in the red and white of Sunderland.
His five month loan was cut short, with Everton looking to bolster their front line after a difficult start to the season. His departure will be a huge loss to Sunderland who have just Stewart as an out and out striker at the club.
