Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris has signed a brand new long-term contract on the newly-promoted Premier League membership.
In a lift for Sunderland forward of their top-flight return, the Frenchman has dedicated his future on the Stadium of Gentle till the summer time of 2028.
He stated: “The connection I have with the staff, players, and supporters has been natural, and we shared many great moments together.
“The collective ambition is there to see and now, there’s a want to turn into stronger. I can really feel the power and intent to push ahead, and we’d like that within the subsequent challenges we are going to face.
“In every part of the organisation, everyone has their own part to play, and we are all aligned.”
Le Bris was appointed as Black Cats boss in June 2024 following his departure from Lorient.
The 49-year-old had two years left to run on his earlier contract, however Sunderland have moved to tie him down long run after he led the membership to promotion in his first marketing campaign on the helm, with a 2-1 win over Sheffield United within the Championship play-off closing in Might marking the membership’s return to the Premier League after an eight-year absence.
Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman stated: “Like every Sunderland supporter, I’m delighted we are announcing this contract extension for Regis.
“It supplies readability going into the Premier League season, however extra importantly, it recognises his contribution and continued dedication to the Membership.
“Regis has an unrelenting desire for progression that matches our own and we look forward to continuing our partnership throughout the upcoming season, as we move forward with aligned objectives that reflect our shared ambition.”
Sunderland completed fourth within the Championship final time period earlier than incomes a dramatic play-off semi-final victory over Coventry to seal their spot at Wembley, the place Tommy Watson’s winner despatched the Black Cats again into the highest flight.
Le Bris leads Sunderland into their first Premier League marketing campaign since struggling relegation in 2016/17, they usually begin towards West Ham on the Stadium of Gentle on August 16.
The membership have since been busy over the summer time switch window with eight new signings arriving on Wearside, together with former Arsenal and Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Granit Xhaka.
New director of soccer Florent Ghisolfi believes Le Bris’ new deal is a vital step within the membership’s purpose to ascertain itself within the Premier League.
“Regis’ new contract is a mark of recognition for the outstanding work he’s undertaken since arriving at Sunderland, and more importantly, it reflects our trust in the future we’re building together,” Ghisolfi stated.
“Our objective is to establish Sunderland as a Premier League Club – not just in name, but in identity, performance, and ambition – and Regis is an important part of that vision.
“He shares our want, and we’re able to face the challenges and alternatives forward with conviction and objective.”
Sunderland’s first six Premier League fixtures…
August
16: West Ham (h) – 3pm
23: Burnley (a) – 3pm
30: Brentford (h) – 3pm
September
13: Crystal Palace (a) – 3pm
20: Aston Villa (h) – 3pm
27: Nottingham Forest (a) – 3pm
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