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Yahoo
a day ago
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Sunderland's Marcin Bulka hope as transfer discussions progress
SUNDERLAND are increasingly confident of striking a deal to sign Polish international goalkeeper Marcin Bulka. An agreement has not yet been reached but talks between the Black Cats and Nice are said to be advancing and progressing well. Advertisement Leeds United and Galatasaray have both been linked with the 25-year-old, but an advantage for Sunderland is the fact Bulka has previously worked under incoming director of football Florent Ghisolfi at Nice. Bulka is out of contract with Nice next summer and talks over an extension have broken down, with the Ligue 1 club now willing to cash in. Nice value the five-time Poland international at around £18m. RECOMMENDED READING: It's unclear at this stage as to what Bulka's arrival would mean for Anthony Patterson, who has been Sunderland's established No.1 for several years. Patterson has made more than 150 league appearances since establishing himself as first choice at the Stadium of Light three-and-a-half years ago, and the 25-year-old made two stunning and hugely important saves in the play-off final victory over Sheffield United. Advertisement But Sunderland are looking to strengthen throughout their squad and Regis Le Bris wants competition in every department as the Black Cats prepare for their return to the Premier League. Bulka moved to Chelsea from his homeland in 2016 before leaving on a free transfer to link up with PSG three years later. He made a permanent move to Nice in 2022, and has since established himself in France, where he's extremely highly-rated. His performances last season led to reports of interest from Barcelona and Manchester United. Bulka was identified as a leading target for Sunderland after the Black Cats secured promotion to the Premier League, and officials on Wearside are now hopeful of concluding a deal in the coming weeks.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Man who kept submachine gun in toolbox in his bedroom facing jail
A MAN who kept a deadly submachine gun in a toolbox in his bedroom along with 176 rounds of ammunition is facing jail. Anthony Patterson, 44, was arrested after a Thompson submachine gun and live ammo was found by officers who raided the address in April last year. Police stormed the property in Handsworth, Birmingham, and found the firearm in an upstairs bedroom and the ammunition stashed inside bin liners. West Midlands Police said the weapon and bullets were examined by experts, who confirmed they were live and viable, with the capability of causing 'tremendous loss of life'. Having not been inside the address at the time, Patterson handed himself in and was arrested on suspicion of possession of a prohibited weapon and possession of ammunition without certificate. Anthony Patterson (Image: West Midlands Police / SWNS) In police interview, Patterson answered no comment to all questions and was charged a short time later. Patterson appeared at Birmingham Crown Court on May 20 where he pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm and ammunition. He was was remanded in custody to appear at the same court where he will be sentenced in June. PC Richardson, from the force's Major Crime Proactive team, said: "This was a significant recovery of a lethal automatic weapon and a significant quantity of ammunition which could have caused tremendous loss of life. "We are committed to taking all weapons, including firearms, off the streets and will continue to take proactive action to arrest and prosecute the people who carry them. "If you suspect someone you know might be storing a firearm, let us know either directly to us, or anonymously via Crimestoppers."
BBC News
23-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Montgomery expects new Wembley legends to be made
Sunderland legend Jimmy Montgomery is looking forward to the club's current crop joining him in Wembley 81-year-old produced one of the most iconic double saves to deny Leeds duo Trevor Cherry and Peter Lorimer on the way to Sunderland winning the 1973 FA Cup final under the old twin now told BBC Radio Newcastle he expects the Black Cats to beat Sheffield United in the Championship play-off final at Wembley on Saturday, though he hopes goalkeeper Anthony Patterson won't need to perform any heroics on the day."I think we're going to win," Montgomery said. "I think the two games we've played against Sheffield United we've beaten them at home and should have beaten them away also."They're going to try to outmuscle us, but I think we have learned a lot over the course of this season - I think we have coped quite well with it."I am so confident we're going to win you wouldn't believe."Montgomery's heroics came in a 1-0 win, but he would like a more comfortable margin of victory this time around, saying: "I'm at the age where 1-0 doesn't suit me at all."I want Patto to do nothing, be a spectator. It would be great if he saved a penalty or made some magnificent saves but I want him to have the quietest game he's had all season."The west stand at the Stadium of Light was renamed in honour of the club's record appearance-maker before the second leg of the play-off semi-final against Coventry, and Montgomery was given a guard of honour before the game, adding: "That was something special."Dan Ballard scoring that goal in the third minute of injury time was the icing on the cake."Click here for more from Montgomery's interview with BBC Radio Newcastle.
Times
09-05-2025
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- Times
Milan van Ewijk's late blunder hands Sunderland the edge over Coventry
A woeful back pass from Milan van Ewijk gifted Eliezer Mayenda the winner for Sunderland in the first leg of the Championship play-off semi-final at a boisterous CBS Arena. Van Ewijk presented Mayenda with a one-on-one chance against goalkeeper Ben Wilson, which the striker took with glee. It came after Jack Rudoni, the Coventry City star player, equalised just two minutes after Wilson Isidor's 68th minute opening goal. Mayenda's goal continued a theme of a valiantly fought but ultimately scrappy first leg with quality thin on the ground. Anthony Patterson, the Sunderland goalkeeper, was outstanding after collecting cross after cross on an evening of few chances. There was already bad blood between these clubs going back 48 years. Back in 1976-77, they were locked in
Scottish Sun
03-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Relegated Southampton already planning for Aaron Ramsdale transfer exit as they line up EFL star
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SOUTHAMPTON are checking on Sunderland keeper Anthony Patterson as a replacement for Aaron Ramsdale. Relegated Saints are keen on Patterson, 24, who is proven at Championship level. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Aaron Ramsdale is set to leave relegated Southampton after one season Credit: PA 4 Saints are lining up a deal for Sunderland star Anthony Patterson Credit: Getty They could go in with an offer if the Black Cats do not go up via the play-offs. England stopper Ramsdale, 26, is expected to leave St Mary's, either permanently or on loan. Tottenham watched Patterson while they were seeking cover in goal. And the England Under-21 stopper was also being looked at by Burnley. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL VARD KNOCK LIFE Moment Jamie Vardy grabs prone ref's wrist and blows whistle to stop game His form dipped mid-season at the Stadium of Light. But the North Shields-born No 1 has a chance to put himself in the shop window in the play-offs as Regis Le Bris' side face Coventry over two legs. Southampton are also looking closely at Angers' Yahia Fofana, 24. The Ivory Coast No 1 is available for around £10million. BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS And they are considering a fresh move for Crystal Palace winger Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, 22. Saints bid £5m plus extras before the Eagles agreed a loan deal with Sheffield United last summer. Disgusted Southampton fans stream out of St Mary's 27 minutes into Tottenham clash after going 4-0 down Meanwhile, former boss Russell Martin is a managerial target for both Leicester and Rangers. He was sacked mid-season by Saints and replaced by Ivan Juric, who left last month. 4
