Sunderland defender shares injury progress after significant setback
Sunderland defender Jenson Seelt has posted pictures of his rehabilitation as he recovers from a long-term knee injury.
The 21-year-old has been sidelined since March, when he sustained the injury during the Black Cats’ 4-2 defeat at Southampton. It was initially thought the centre-back would be sidelined for six to nine months as the issue required surgery.
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Following Seelt’s operation in March, Sunderland’s interim head coach Mike Dodds admitted it was unlikely Seelt would play again this year, yet the centre-back has shared photos of his recovery sessions on social media, with the caption ‘No ups without downs.’ One of the pictures shows a big scar on his knee following his operation.
Sunderland bought Seelt from Dutch side PSV last summer, with the defender signing a five-year contract. He made 17 Championship appearances for the Black Cats during the 2023/24 season, playing as a centre-back and as a right-back.
The last of the Championship sides announced their retained lists last week, after the season’s conclusion.
Leeds United and Cardiff confirmed their squad lists, with the picture now clear on every free agent from the second tier this summer.
We’ve combed through the list of those men who are now available without a free to bring some of the most fascinating options available this summer.
1. The best Championship free agents
From left to right: Aaron Connolly, Callum O’Hare, Jamie Paterson and Josh Windass are among the most intriguing Championship free agents this summer. | The News
Coventry and Hull on the trail of the 30-year-old after attacking midfielder turned down new Sheffield Wednesday deal. | Getty Images
2. Liam Walsh
Scouse midfielder who Paul Cook was a big fan of – made 20 Championship appearances for Swansea last term. | Getty Images
