He sent one back about two weeks ago,” George adds. “He also said I hope that one day maybe you could wear the Sunderland shirt and play for the club. Revealed: Sunderland, Blackpool, Lincoln City and Oxford United's odds to win the League One play-offs, Sunderland, Blackpool, Lincoln and rivals braced for late League One play-off final twist - as game could be MOVED at short notice. Things went sour for Donald at the Stadium of Light after the club failed to secure promotion from League One in the 2018/19 season and then it emerged that Donald had taken … At 23, he’s engaged to be married, the heir to a multibillion pound fortune and is the chairman of a world famous football club, meet Kyril Louis-Dreyfus. “He just seems like a genuine, lovely young man.”. Kyril Louis-Dreyfus is set to meet with former Sunderland owner Sir Bob Murray as he continues his rebuild of the club. 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Obviously there's been a change in manager, which is a big process for the club, and we're trying to get into the play-offs, so I'm not sure that would be the first thing in mind at the minute - there's quite a few of us out of contract, so I think they'll review it at the end of the season. “We have seen that he does write to other people and it’s just a special little touch that he’s replying back. “He’s looking at individual letters and writing individual replies, George’s was handwritten and he’s taken the time to hand write one back and I just think it’s so endearing. “It just shows he’s got the heart and soul of this club. The Posh keeper has been sidelined for up to six weeks with a muscle injury picked up against Sunderland on Saturday. "Our Wembley hoodoo is over and hopefully we can get to the Championship.”. The story of the night as Sunderland's promotion hopes severely dented after Lincoln City play-off defeat, Phil Smith's Sunderland AFC player ratings: FOUR players earn 4s after dismal Lincoln City play-off defeat, 'What an owner! George regularly writes handwritten letters to his friends and family, as well as the Sunderland community, including Joanne Youngson from the SAFC Branch Liaison Committe, BBC commentator Nick Barnes and chairman of the SAFC supporter association George Forster. "There was no thought of leaving in January or anything like that.". Alan Shearer leads tributes as former Newcastle United midfielder retires aged 40, Newcastle United defender being assessed in hospital after heavy collision. "I was mind blown, I couldn’t believe it,” says George. "I'm sure, like with others in the team, they'll sit down with us at the end of the season and decide our futures then. George plays as a goalkeeper for his local team Barnton FC and idolises Montgomory, who was part of that 1973 squad. The latest Sunderland News, match previews and reports, transfer news and Blackcats blog posts from around the world, updated 24 hours a day. Promotion of not in the summer though, Sunderland will be active in the transfer market with their new owner Kyril Louis-Dreyfus now at the helm, and ready to spend on his new side. The Welshman, who has been linked with a move to Sunderland, was recently asked about his future, given that his contract is set to expire at Ipswich Town in the summer. Kyril Louis-Dreyfus set to meet with former Sunderland owner Sir Bob Murray. Sunderland owner Kyril Louis-Dreyfus. That would certainly give Sunderland supporters something to smile about, with Louis-Drefus looking to lift the mood through actions both on and off the pitch. “We were just absolutely stunned,” adds Geogre’s mum Joanna when discussing Louis-Drefus’ reply. One day later, he stepped down as chairman of the club, while remaining owner. Peterborough keeper Christy Pym has been ruled for the rest of the season. One of the topics he spent some time on was Sunderland and Stewart Donald, who sold the club to Kyril Louis-Dreyfus earlier this year after he initially bought Sunderland in May 2018.. "I sent Kyril a letter in February just to welcome him and told him about Monty. The 23-year-old recently purchased a majority share of the Wearside club from Stewart Donald. The Sun‘s Alan Nixon claims Sunderland owner Kyril Louis Dreyfus will spend big if the Black Cats go up, with £60million earmarked for new faces in such an eventuality. Sport Football Sunderland AFC Sunderland owner Kyril Louis-Dreyfus delivers Instagram message to fans Sunderland are set for another big clash in League One this weekend. “The letter ended with ‘take care and Ha’way The Lads’ so I think he’ll be an owner who has faith in the club and a long-term plan.”. ©JPIMedia Publishing Ltd. All rights reserved. That may now force boss Darren Ferguson into bringing in an emergency loan to solve his side’s problems between the sticks. "I think we are likely to have the play-offs, even if it’s not over yet,” admits George. Edwards has also been linked with a move to Preston North End. Louis-Dreyfus has just been installed as the new chairman of Sunderland football club, known as the ‘Black Cats’, following a successful takeover. We’ve got nothing new to report in terms of new injuries,” Neil Critchley said, speaking this morning ahead of Saturday’s game against Lincoln City. George’s letter to Louis-Drefus also included a picture of the Stadium of Light entrance, which the youngster says can be placed on the owner’s desk. This may seem a shock claim, but allow me to make my case. Sunderland owner Kyril Louis-Dreyfus delivers Instagram message to fans James Copley. Sunderland have announced the arrival of Stuart Harvey as their new Head of Player Recruitment. “When I saw the last bit of the letter which said from Kyril Louis-Drefus, I just couldn’t believe my eyes. “He said he was extremely touched by the letter and said thank you very much. "Obviously I'm curious to see where I'm going to be next season, it would be nice to know, but it's not bothering me too much. “It’s been quite quiet this week in terms of injuries, which has been a little strange. Sunderland having stormed up the League One table after New Year are now winless in five, and rapidly losing pace on the top two. 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When I read that I was really touched by that. After Louis-Dreyfus’ arrival on Wearside, George sent a welcome letter to the Frenchman which included information about the Black Cats’ 1973 FA Cup triumph and legendary goalkeeper Jim Montgomory. At that point I actually thought I was dreaming.”. Lee Johnson’s men face old play-off foes Charlton Athletic on Saturday at the Stadium of Light. Sunderland AFC. Lee Johnson knows he is expected to deliver promotion - but insists Sunderland's new owner Kyril Louis-Dreyfus has not added to the pressure on his shoulders. Sunderland are facing a pivotal summer whether the season ends in promotion or not, with Lee Johnson and Kyril Louis-Dreyfus looking to kick-start the Black Cats’ revolution. He told the East Anglian Daily Times: "I've always been playing for my future, so me being out of contract is obviously in the back of my mind, but it's not something I'm worried about. Former Sunderland owner Stewart Donald will keep a minority shareholding. "I don't really tend to look into stuff like that, or know if there's interest in me. It is the latest in a run of crucial fixtures in League One for Sunderland following a win against Oxford United on Good Friday and a point against promotion-chasing Peterborough United. Here, though, we take you through all of the latest news and talk from across the division that you make have missed today: Kyril Louis-Dreyfus has delivered a message to Sunderland fans on his Instagram account. George plays as a goalkeeper for his local team Barnton FC and idolises Montgomory, who was part of that 1973 squad. "I'm not really expecting them (conversations about his future). On his Instagram story, Louis-Dreyfus posted: “Can’t wait to have fans back soon.”. Sunderland are still going up! “Gary Madine is going for an update scan on Friday, so fingers crossed we get some good news and we can start to push him forward. ©JPIMedia Publishing Ltd. All rights reserved. He said I’m still learning about the history of the football club so thank you for writing to me about the historic trophies. How Kyril Louis-Dreyfus' SAFC takeover was … "Kyril's commitment, acumen and integrity convinced us to accept his proposal," Donald said. A few weeks months later, George, who lives with his dad Paul and mum Joanna, received a surprise reply, which he soon discovered had been handwritten by Louis-Dreyfus himself. George remains hopeful Sunderland can win promotion from League One this season but believes the club is in good hands even if they don’t succeed this term. We are an unofficial website and are in no way affiliated with or connected to Sunderland Athletic Football Club.This site is intended for use by people over the age of 18 years old. 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