Black Cats pounce for Lawrence

[Olzy]

Sunderland have disappointed a number of clubs after snapping-up Liam Lawrence from Mansfield Town.
The out-of-contract midfielder had interested Leeds, Cardiff, Crewe and Rotherham, however he has opted to join The Black Cats.

The 22-year-old, who can play anywhere in midfield, caught the eye of a number of sides following an impressive 22-goal haul last term.

With manager Mick McCarthy axing a number of first team regulars in the summer after failing in the play-offs, the former Ireland boss was keen to strengthen.

"I'm absolutely over the moon to join Sunderland," explained Lawrence to the club's official website.

"It's a great chance for me to move up two divisions and show people what I can do.

"I've played mainly on the right for Mansfield. I like to play in the centre and I can play on the left.

"I'm not an out and out winger and I've not got blistering pace but I'm good with the ball and can link up with the midfield and forwards."

he is a class player, he will do well at sunderland. His quality has always been too good for league two standards..Im sure he will be a good signing for sunderland, and mansfield will be disappointed they couldnt keep him

[Adalon]

Gradi again wasnt quick enough, thats is main downfall, doesnt get in quick enough!

I hope his knee goes again now he aint signed for us!

that last bit was a little harsh adam

[Adalon]

shhhhh!

no need to be beitter just cus he didnt sign for you lot