Sunderland's Summer Striker Targets: Who's Got the Goals?
So, the transfer window's slammed shut, and Sunderland's got a new-look squad ready to go. But how'd the Black Cats do in the striker department? Let's take a look at the new lads and see if they've got what it takes to fire up the Wearside faithful.
The Big Names
Joël Piroe: This guy's got a pedigree, coming from Swansea. He bagged a decent amount of goals there, so hopes were high. But the reality is, he's still finding his feet. A couple of goals here and there, but we need him to be a regular threat.
Tony "The Terminator" Mowatt: This one's a bit of a wildcard. He's been around the block, playing for some big clubs. We need him to find his mojo and translate that Championship experience into goals. He's got the potential, but can he deliver?
The Underdogs
Luis Semedo: This lad's got potential written all over him. He's a young, hungry striker with pace to burn. He's still raw, but if he can learn from the more experienced guys, he could be a real gem.
Ellis Simms: He's got a loan spell under his belt, so he knows what it takes to play in the Championship. Let's hope he can build on that experience and become a regular goal-scorer for Sunderland.
Early Verdict?
It's early days, but it's fair to say the jury's still out on Sunderland's summer strikers. Piroe and Mowatt haven't quite hit their stride yet, but there's time to turn things around. Semedo and Simms have shown flashes of brilliance, but they need to find consistency.
One thing's for sure, the Black Cats need their strikers to fire if they want to challenge for a promotion spot. So far, it's a bit of a mixed bag. Fingers crossed these guys can find their shooting boots, and start banging in the goals!