Footballer Jermain Defoe intends to spend "as much time as possible" with terminally-ill Bradley Lowery after his move to Bournemouth.
The striker, who has confirmed he will be leaving relegated Sunderland, says he has "been blessed" to have been part of the six-year-old's life.
Bradley's parents have said the youngster has just weeks to live.
He suffers from neuroblastoma and is receiving palliative care at home in Blackhall Colliery, County Durham.
England international Defoe has struck up a close friendship with the avid Sunderland fan, who was recently named a "child of courage".