Top Navigation accesskey[1] Sub Navigation accesskey[2] Main Content accesskey[3] Footer accesskey[4] please log in to view this image Menu Done Deal:Power signs up LATEST NEWS MENU Facebook Twitter Sunderland AFC has completed the signing of Max Power. The terms of the deal see the player join on an initial loan until January, with a view to permanent move thereafter. Moving from Wigan Athletic, the deadline-day signing becomes the 12th player to arrive at the Stadium of Light this summer. The midfielder has made over 140 appearances for Wigan during a three-year spell at the DW Stadium, during which he helped the Latics win two Sky Bet League One titles. Speaking about his arrival, Jack Ross said: “We wanted another midfielder in the squad and we wanted one who was a little bit different to what we already have. “Max gives us a little bit more of a presence physically – box to box – and gives us more balance within the squad. “He’s got very recent experience when it comes to winning and being successful in this league and knows what it takes to get out of it.” Born in Birkenhead, Power started his career with local side Tranmere Rovers at the age of eight, and he captained the club at every level, including first team. The 25-year-old made his senior debut in 2011 and went on to make over 100 appearances Rovers before joining Wigan in July 2015. Since then, Power has been ever-present for the Latics, and he’s keen to enjoy similar success on Wearside: “ please log in to view this image WEARSIDE BY SIDE please log in to view this image please log in to view this image please log in to view this image please log in to view this image please log in to view this image please log in to view this image please log in to view this image Facebook Twitter YouTube Instagram Google+ Dugout POPULAR VideoPlayers & StaffSAFC StoreSee more Terms and Conditions Competition T&C'sCopyright Privacy PolicyCookie Policy Contact Us
Max Power says he is raring to go at Sunderland, and will wear his 'heart on his sleeve' during what he hopes is a push for promotion.Power has joined the Black Cats on a loan deal, with a view to signing permanently in January. The 25-year-old is set to train with his team-mates on Friday and could even come into contention for the trip to Luton Town on Saturday. Power added that a recommendation from Sunderland left-back Reece James left him in no doubt that it was the right move. "It’s been deadline day madness, I’ve had a hectic few hours but I’m delighted to get everything over the line and done," he said. "I was lying in bed one minute and then on the motorway within ten. I’ve never been involved in it before, I’m normally sat at home watching Sky Sports news. To be a part of it was an experience, to be joining a club of this stature, I’m delighted. "I’ve won the league two out of the last three years, I know what it takes. I’ve come here to do it again and help this club get back into the Championship. "I had a really good pre-season with Wigan, so I’m fit and raring to go," he added. "I’ve been in contact with Reece James, he told me how good of a club it is, that the facilities are second to none. I’ve been to the Stadium as a fan over the years watching Liverpool so I know what I’m stepping into, it’s a fantastic place. "I think Sunderland is a Premier League club, the fanbase, the facilities, the Stadium, everything is there. I joined Wigan in a similar situation, they’d been relegated from the Championship, and as a group of players we were able to galvanise the fans. I like to do that, I’m a passionate person and I want to be part of this club’s success." Power watched Sunderland's opening day win and believes it will give the club real momentum for the months ahead. He said: "I’m a fully committed lad, I wear my heart on my sleeve, I like to celebrate goals even if I haven’t scored. I managed to watch the game against Charlton on Saturday and I think that win will give the whole place a huge lift. "I imagine at 1-0 the doom and gloom merchants were thinking here we go again, so to win the game and in that manner, it’s probably the biggest smile Sunderland fans have had in some time. It’s going to be a long season but one I’m looking forward to it."
