Today it was announced that Jeremain Lens will join Besiktas JK permanently on 1 June for an undisclosed fee. The Dutch international had a very mixed time at the Stadium of Light to say the least, here Sam Johnson reflects on his time on Wearside.
In 2015 Sunderland signed Dutchman Jermain Lens from Dynamo Kiev much to the excitement of fans. The Dutch international had previously worked with manager Dick Advocaat at PSV and AZ Alkmaar. All the signs looked good for Lens to be a hit signing. He had flair, pace and an eye for goal. However in the end, it never worked out for Lens at Sunderland.