Sunderland U21s boss Graeme Murty has been left impressed by the 'clear plan' of the Black Cats hierarchy. Kyril Louis-Dreyfus outlined his vision for the club over a year ago, investing into the youth set-up after years of underfunding and 'asset stripping.'
The summer transfer window, headed by Kristjaan Speakman, saw those plans made even more clear by the investment into young, European talent, touted for big things. The Under-21s game against Leeds United featured nine first-team players, with just Bailey Wright classed as an over age player.
Edouard Michut and Amad Diallo were two of those players who are on loan at the club, with both looking to gain fitness ahead of a return to first team action. The recruitment at the club has come under the microscope in recent weeks, given injuries to Ross Stewart and Ellis Simms, but Sunderland have not wavered or made excuses.
