Central Coast Mariners boss Nick Montgomery has tipped Nectarios Triantis to become a fan favourite at Sunderland - and says the move could give the young defender the platform to become part of the Australia team at the next World Cup. Sunderland have today confirmed that they have reached an agreement with the Australian side to sign the 20-year-old central defender, subject to international clearance and with the move able to be rubber-stamped once the transfer window reopens on Wednesday.
Montgomery has spoken of his sadness at losing U20 international Triantis but also said said the Mariners could not stand in his way when the Black Cats came calling. "Whilst we are obviously sad to be losing Nectar, we are so happy for him to be given this opportunity to join such a fantastic club like Sunderland," said Montgomery, whose side defeated Melbourne City in Sunday's A-League Grand Final.
"We would never hold him back from a move like this as he deserves it. Their fans are amazing and it's a massive club.
