Huggins back in training for Sunderland

Sunderland teenager Niall Huggins is now again in coaching for the Black Cats after his damage absence, dependable journalist James Hunter has confirmed.

The Lowdown: Huggins out injured

The 22-year-old moved to the Stadium of Gentle from Leeds United again in 2021 however he has been a fringe participant, solely making six appearances so far.

Injuries have not helped in that respect, nonetheless, and Huggins’ last outing for Sunderland got here final month in opposition to Fulham within the FA Cup, with steady points holding him again.

It appears to be like as if his newest return is now on the playing cards, although, following a contemporary replace.

The Newest: Journalist confirms return

Taking to Twitter, The Chronicle‘s Hunter stated that Huggins is coaching alongside his teammates once more after his latest absence:

“Huggins again in coaching.”

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The Verdict: Enhance for Sunderland

Granted, Huggins hasn’t been in a position to make himself a key man at Sunderland but, however that is nonetheless unquestionably excellent news for them, by way of squad depth.

Mowbray clearly feels the younger defender has rather a lot to supply, having hailed him as ‘superb’ not too long ago, and he’s nonetheless a maturing participant who’s studying his sport, along with his present deal not expiring till 2025.

Accidents are merciless for any footballer, stunting their progress, and if Huggins can rid himself of the continued health points, there isn’t any motive why he cannot be a key man for Sunderland ultimately.

That is now an enormous interval within the Black Cats’ season, as they give the impression of being to safe a spot within the playoffs, and the relentless nature of the fixtures means the £3,900-a-week Huggins will certainly have an element to play.