Lens Pushes for Sunderland Switch
On this day in 2015, Dutch winger Jeremain Lens made it clear he was eager to complete a move to Sunderland. Manager Dick Advocaat was also keen on the transfer, looking to bring in his former charge.
The Netherlands international was reportedly actively pursuing a transfer to the Stadium of Light. Reports at the time indicated that Lens was pushing for the move to materialize.
His potential arrival was a priority for then-Sunderland boss Dick Advocaat. The Scottish manager had previously worked with Lens and was eager to reunite with the winger as he looked to strengthen his squad.
Lens himself was vocal about his interest in joining the Black Cats, signaling his readiness to embark on a new chapter in his career in the Premier League.
Lens's eagerness for the move highlights the ambition within Sunderland at the time, though the transfer's ultimate success is now part of club folklore.
