Patrick Roberts has signed a new two-year deal with Sunderland after helping guide the club back to the Championship. The former Manchester City midfielder signed a short term deal in January and was instrumental in the Black Cats play-off surge.
Alex Neil has tied down the midfielder to a longer term contract following last years success. The 25-year-old scored the decisive goal in the play-off semi-final second leg at Hillsborough and has quickly become a fan favourite despite only being at the club for six months.
Roberts made 17 appearances for the Black Cats last season, scoring twice and notching one assist. His new deal is another boost for Neil's side heading into pre-season after Anthony Patterson and Lynden Gooch committed their futures to the club.
