Sunderland AFC is delighted to announce that Anthony Patterson has signed a new long-term contract.
Following a breakthrough 2021-22 season, the goalkeeper has agreed a four-year extension at the Stadium of Light and cemented his stay until 2026.
An Academy of Light graduate, Patterson made his senior debut in November 2020 before making his league debut one season later ahead of a loan move to National League side Notts County.
The stopper established himself as the Magpies’ number one and after being recalled to the Stadium of Light in January, he went on to keep nine clean sheets in 21 games as the Club returned to the Sky Bet Championship.
Patterson said: “I’ve had a brilliant year and couldn’t be happier to have signed a new contract. I joined the Club when I was 10, so to play my part in promotion and winning at Wembley Stadium was a dream come true. I’m now focussed on the new season and improving my overall game to ensure I prove myself in the Championship and continue to help the team.”
Alex Neil added: “There is nothing better than seeing someone that has come through the academy, and is Sunderland through and through, doing the business in the first team. It is great to reward him for what he has achieved, but he knows he can’t rest on his laurels because the easy part is done and the hard work now starts for him this season.”