The move for Leadbitter has taken slightly longer than expected but Boro boss Tony Pulis admits it will be a 'wonderful' move for the 33-year-old. Pulis said: "He’s a Sunderland lad, and it’d be a wonderful move for him. "Grant has a lot of affection for Sunderland, as he does with this club. "We'll do anything we can. But the finances are out of my hands, they’re between both parties." At least this confirms it's not just paper bullshit.
from SAFC twitter account HE'S BACK! We're delighted to confirm that Grant Leadbitter has returned to #SAFC, signing a two-and-half year deal at the @StadiumOfLight. Welcome back, Grant!