Sunderland fans split over move for Manchester United youngster
Sunderland fans are split over their move for Cameron Borthwick-Jackson, after reports claimed the Black Cats new owner believes a deal is on for the youngster.
According to Roker Report, who’s interview with new Sunderland owner Stewart Donald you can find here, the Black Cats are closing in on a deal for Borthwick-Jackson.
The report claims the club are “confident” they can secure a loan deal for the youngster, who will replace the departing Bryan Oviedo.
The 21 year-old struggled on loan with Leeds last season, making just one league appearance at Elland Road, but he may be more comfortable in League One.
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The young defender can play multiple positions across the back four, but is best at left back, and has plenty of pace despite standing at 6 ft 3.
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While he definitely has potential, some fans aren’t convinced about signing a player who struggled to break into an injury-hit Leeds defence, and made just six appearances with Wolves the season before.
Others are hopeful he can produce more consistently in a weaker league, and you can find some of the best Twitter reactions down below…