Callum Doyle spoke about joining Sunderland, his experiences so far and making the step up to senior football.
JOINING SUNDERLAND
“So far it’s been great and I can't wait to get to know the lads even more and keep playing with them each day, and learning from each other.”
TRAINING
“On the training pitch it was great. The lads were very welcoming and I had a great time and learnt a lot from the new players, especially Corry, how he moves the ball.”
SENIOR SETUP
“It’s a bit different from City but I quite like it and it’s a big challenge, and i can’t wait to get stuck into it.”
HEARTS
“I played really well if I say so myself, and like I said the hard work continues and hopefully more performances like that.”
STYLE OF PLAY
“I’m a brave, cultured defender and I like bringing the ball out from the back. I like to keep the ball and win games.”
IMPROVING
“There’s always room for improvement and for me, especially learning from Wright and Flanno, is 1v1 defending in the air. They're top at it and I just need to take notes and keep practicing that.”
SUCCESS WITH CITY
“I’d like to say that I want more and I’m pretty sure the fans will want this as well so hopefully I can help and bring promotion.”
SENIOR FOOTBALL
“At the time it was a big challenge for me and it was a big step up. Now coming to Sunderland, it’s like getting a real insight of what it was back then, and I really enjoy it.”
EXPERIENCE
“I think these lads and the gaffer will give me these experiences.”
LEARNING FROM JOHNSON
“I can learn a lot really. Looking at the past he’s developed a lot of players and I’m hoping he can give me opportunities and help me along the way.”
JOHNSON’S STYLE
“This suits me really well, the gaffer says bring the ball out from the back and start playing. That’s what I like.”
HISTORY
“It’s a massive club and looking back at the years they’ve won six titles and it’s just huge. For me it was like a second family and it was a no-brainer to come here.”
PLAYING AT THE SOL
“I’m excited and looking forward to it, just can’t wait.”
