Sunderland's 13 Striker Targets: How Did They Fare After the Summer Transfer Window?
Sunderland's summer transfer window was a wild one, and the club's pursuit of a striker was the biggest story. The Black Cats were desperate for goals, and they looked at a ton of different players before finally settling on... well, let's just say the final decision was a bit of a head-scratcher.
Remember Those Names?
You've probably forgotten some of the names they were linked with, right? Guys like Ross Stewart, Aiden O'Brien, Nathan Broadhead, Will Grigg... the list goes on! It was like they were throwing darts at a list of strikers and hoping for the best.
Hit or Miss?
So, how did those guys actually do? Let's dive into the performance of each striker Sunderland was linked with.
Ross Stewart: He was a real fan favorite, right? He actually ended up staying at Sunderland and had a decent season, scoring some important goals. But, let's be honest, he wasn't exactly a prolific goalscorer.
Aiden O'Brien: He was a big name, but his form was pretty inconsistent. He ended up going to another club, and it just didn't work out.
Nathan Broadhead: A big name in the Championship, but he ultimately decided to go to a club with a higher chance of winning trophies. Maybe he made the right call?
Will Grigg: It was a bit of a surprise to see Sunderland linked with Grigg again. He wasn't able to break into the first team, which makes you wonder why they were even thinking about it in the first place.
The Verdict:
To be fair, Sunderland did end up signing a striker, but it wasn't one of the big names everyone was expecting. Looking back, it seems like the club was just trying to find anyone who could put the ball in the net.
The takeaway?
Sometimes, it's better to just go with your gut. Sunderland's search for a striker was a bit of a mess, and it just goes to show that you can't always get what you want in the transfer market.
Let's hope next summer goes a bit more smoothly!