Sunderland youngster Ben Middlemas signs new deal with club

Middlemas has signed a new deal until 2025, with the club also having the option to extend the agreement by another 12 months.

The 18-year-old midfielder scored one goal and claimed two assists in his seven matches in the Under-18s Premier League last season.

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The teenager also contributed effectively in the Under-21 side, scoring one goal and claiming three assists in his ten outings in Premier League 2.

Sunderland academy manager, Robin Nicholls, said: “Everyone at the club is delighted to see Ben sign his first professional contract with SAFC.

🖊️ We're delighted to announce that Ben Middlemas has signed a new contract with the Club!

Congratulations, Ben! 🙌

— SAFC Academy (@AcademyOfLight) June 29, 2023

"Ben has been with the club since he was a young boy and it is a credit to himself, his family and all the staff he has worked with over the years that he is becoming a professional.

"Ben was able to spend large parts of last season with the U21 squad so we are excited that he will be joining the group permanently and looking to push on towards greater things."