Defender Ballard extends Sunderland deal

Image caption, Dan Ballard came through Arsenal's academy before joining Sunderland in July 2022Sunderland defender Dan Ballard has extended his contract until the end of the 2027-28 season.

The 24-year-old Northern Ireland international joined the Black Cats from Arsenal in July 2022.

He has scored three goals in 62 Championship appearances for the Wearsiders.

"When they came forward to talk about a new deal, it was the only thing I wanted to do, so I’m delighted to have signed it," he told the club website., external