Reading striker Marc McNulty leaves the club and joins League one side Sunderland on a season-long loan deal.
The Scottish forward was told to find a new club by the Royals this summer, and Sunderland have fended off competition from Charlton to secure the forward’s services for the upcoming season.
Striker Marc McNulty has completed a season-long loan move to League One Sunderland.
Good luck with @SunderlandAFC this season @sparkymcnulty !
— Reading FC (@ReadingFC) July 24, 2019
The 26-year-old has three years left on his current contract at Reading, having only been signed from Coventry City last summer.
The Scottish international fell out of favour at Reading last season and as a result, was sent on loan to Hibernian in January.
The Scottish side were keen to make his deal permanent this summer, but couldn’t match Reading’s valuation for the player.
Marc McNulty has been one of a number of senior players who have been exiled by Reading boss Jose Gomes this summer, as he looks to freshen up the squad.
There was a major hint that McNulty’s move out of Reading was finalised, with fellow exiled player David Meyler posting a picture yesterday with the caption the ‘The last supper with @sparkymcnulty.
https://twitter.com/DavidMeyler/status/1153711396045111296
McNulty- “I can’t wait to get out there and show the supporters what I can do”
After completing his move to Sunderland, McNulty spoke to the Chronicle Live saying: “I had offers from clubs at a higher level, but when Sunderland come calling, it’s a no brainer, so as soon as I knew the offer was on the table, I just wanted to get the deal done.
“I’ve played for big clubs before and I love the pressure that comes with a passionate fan base, so I can’t wait to get out there and show the supporters what I can do.”
🆕🧣📸 #SAFC pic.twitter.com/y0gWnd070y
— Sunderland AFC (@SunderlandAFC) July 24, 2019
Ross – “Marc arrives with a wealth of experience in the EFL and an impressive goalscoring record.”
Jack Ross added: “Marc arrives with a wealth of experience in the EFL and an impressive goalscoring record.
“He understands the expectation that comes with playing for a club of this size, and he is ready to work hard and embrace that challenge.
“I’m sure he will be a valuable addition to the squad and have a big impact over the course of the 2019-20 season.”
