Florent Ghisolfi backs Romaine Mundle as Sunderland tie winger to 2030 deal | OneFootball

Sunderland have confirmed Romaine Mundle has signed a new long-term contract running to the summer of 2030.

The 23-year-old, previously into the final two years of his deal, has impressed when available since arriving from Belgian side Standard Liege, although hamstring problems have cost him significant game time.

The club believe that, after two surgeries, he can move beyond those muscle issues and contribute this season and in the years ahead.

Director of football Florent Ghisolfi said Mundle has developed markedly, highlighting his pace, direct running and creativity, and added that there is still scope for further growth at this stage of his career.

Mundle thanked Sunderland for their support and said he wants to prove himself, build consistency and give fans what they want, while stressing his priority is for the squad to compete and surprise people. He feels he is improving every day and believes there is more to come.

After a pre-season win over Rennes, Le Bris said Mundle had struggled across the past two campaigns with hamstring issues and expressed hope they are now resolved following surgery. He praised the winger’s rare X factor, citing his dribbling and end product, but stressed that consistent availability will be decisive.

Le Bris added it is too early to gauge minutes given Sunderland’s options out wide, noting that maturity comes through experiences and game time. Early involvement might come from the bench, he said, with a busy first part of the season ahead.

Source: Sunderland Echo

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