'Huge issue' 'Gutted': Sunderland fans react as Wolves loanee Dion Sanderson suffers injury setback

Watch more of our videos on Shots!
and live on Freeview channel 276

Dion Sanderson could have played his last game for Sunderland after sustaining a back injury – and Black Cats supporters are gutted about the news.

The 21-year-old, who is on loan from Wolves, has been ruled out for around six weeks with the issue, meaning he is unlikely to feature in the League One play-offs.

Sanderson has impressed at the Stadium of Light this season and reportedly has several admirers who are keen to sign him.

Sunderland boss Lee Johnson said: “Dion will be out for six weeks.

“He’s a good personality and a great kid first and foremost, but the bit that most impressed me was how he stepped up in the leadership and communications skills areas, which shows he has a bright future.”

“It’s a big blow, but I don’t think about those types of things in that way.

Here’s how some Sunderland fans reacted to the news on social media.

@braddfearnleyy: Jokes aside it’s sad we’ve seen @SandowRs play his last game for Sunderland. One of the best defenders we’ve had for a very long time, good on the ball, reads the game well and became our leader when Bailey Wright was out injured.

@WhatTheFalkPod: Massive blow. Absolutely. Hopefully he'll join on another loan for next season.