An unlikely victory over the former league leaders was Wayne Rooney’s first win as Argyle boss, and he will be hoping his side will now turn a corner, while the Black Cats will be determined to ensure that a shock loss is not a sign of things to come.
Despite their loss on the weekend, Le Bris’ side still sit second in the Championship table, and boast the joint-best goal difference in the league, thanks to not only their free-flowing attacking football, but also to their defensive efforts.
Highly-rated goalkeeper Anthony Patterson has maintained his high standards during the new campaign so far, and began the second tier season with three consecutive clean sheets against Cardiff City, Sheffield Wednesday and Burnley.
Meanwhile, since Patterson became the mainstay between the sticks for the Black Cats during the 2022/23 Championship season, he has attracted transfer interest from high-profile Premier League clubs such as Liverpool and Arsenal, as per the Express.
Patterson could leave the Black Cats if they don’t win promotion
Despite interest from clubs who are competing in the Champions League, Patterson remained at the Stadium of Light during the summer transfer window, and is an integral part of a team whose early season form indicates they could be serious promotion contenders.
This indicates the 24-year-old’s loyalty to the Black Cats, and if he continues to shine as one of the best goalkeepers in the Championship this season, but Le Bris’ men do not win promotion, we could see a different story unfold next summer.
Arsenal will surely be looking to bolster their options between the sticks after former goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale left to join Premier League newboys Southampton, now that David Raya is Mikel Arteta’s undisputed number one choice.
Meanwhile, Liverpool’s current back-up option, Caoimhin Kelleher, recently revealed that he is keen to leave Anfield in order to search for more playing time.
