Grayson new Sunderland boss

– Sunderland signed Simon Grayson as their new manager on a three-year deal from Preston North End this week.

Former Leeds United boss Grayson, 47, had been in charge at Deepdale since 2013, but was given permission by Preston to hold talks with Sunderland, who saw David Moyes resign after their relegation from the Premier League last season.

“Sunderland AFC is delighted to welcome Simon Grayson as the club’s new manager,” a Sunderland statement said.

Grayson also led Leeds and Huddersfield to promotions from the third tier to the Championship in 2010 and 2012 respectively. – AFP