Lutsharel Geertruida confirmed his departure from Sunderland in a social media submit on Thursday.
The former Feyenoord defender joined the Black Cats on a season-long mortgage in the course of the closing days of what had been a busy summer time switch window and he went on to make 30 appearances in all competitions as Regis Le Bris’ facet secured a seventh place end within the Premier League and earned a spot within the Europa League for the primary time within the membership’s historical past.
There had been hypothesis suggesting Geertruida might change into a everlasting member of the Black Cats squad throughout this summer time’s switch window and Sunderland confirmed they have been in discussions with the RB Leipzig star after they launched particulars of their retained checklist final month. However, the 26-year-old has now confirmed his departure as he returns to his mum or dad membership and wished Sunderland ‘the very best for the future’.
In a social media submit, the Netherlands worldwide mentioned: “I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to represent Sunderland this past season. Making my Premier League debut at such a special club is something I’ll always be proud of, and being part of such a historic season makes it even more memorable. A big thank you to my team mates, the staff and everyone connected to the club for support throughout the year. I’ve enjoyed every moment, both on and off the pitch. I wish everyone at Sunderland nothing but the very best for the future. Thank you and good luck.”
Several of Geertruida’s former Black Cats team-mates have been fast to react to his feedback as captain Granit Xhaka led the best way because the Switzerland worldwide replied: ‘My brother, we will always love you’. Nordi Mukiele mentioned ‘big loveeeee’ and Romaine Mundle described the versatile defender as ‘the best’. Brian Brobbey and Chris Rigg additionally replied with emojis displaying their disappointment over Geertruida’s emotional feedback about his time on Wearside.
