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I’d never travel too far for a friendly (did it once for the hoffenheim friendly about 20 years ago).

however if Luke O’Nien ever gets his testimonial I will move heaven and earth to be there.

My favourite ever Sunderland player. A light throughout the dark times. Everything I want in a Sunderland player. Hard work, determination, pride, humility and significantly more talented than he gets credit for.

Cannot wait to see him on a premier league pitch.
 
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Irish Black cat said:
Sunderland AFC is delighted to announce that Luke O’Nien has signed a new two-year contract.

The Club’s longest-serving player and the record appearance holder at the Stadium of Light, the defender is now committed to Wearside until 2027, with a Club option of an additional year.

O’Nien cemented his place in Sunderland history last season by making 48 appearances as the Black Cats returned to the Premier League following an eight-year absence.

Victory in the Championship Play-Off Final was the culmination of an unforgettable seven years on Wearside for the 30-year-old, who was ever-present throughout the Club’s journey from League One to the Premier League.

After signing up, O’Nien said: “This is another huge honour for me. I’ve had the pleasure of being part of a side that has achieved two promotions, and there are so many other memories to recall. I’m so happy to be given the chance to create more by extending my stay. Everyone knows how much pride I hold in representing this Club. Our journey to the Premier League is something that will stay with me for the rest of my life, but the hard work doesn’t stop, and I can’t wait to take on this new challenge. I can’t thank the city and the Club enough for the way they’ve embraced me and my family. This has been our home for many years, and there is no other place in the world that we want to be.”

Before joining Sunderland, the defender started his career at Watford and represented Wealdstone and Wycombe Wanderers.

He was part of the Chairboys’ side that earned promotion from League Two during the 2017-18 season, and one season later, he arrived in the North East.

O’Nien was a shining light throughout the Club’s time in League One, and he quickly adapted to life in the Championship, featuring on 130 occasions across three seasons.

Now, the promised land awaits the defender, who will complete an incredible ten-year rise from non-league football to the Premier League when he returns from a shoulder injury and makes his top-flight debut.

Kristjaan Speakman said: “Luke has been integral to our progress throughout the last four years, both on and off the field. His passion for Sunderland is clear and infectious, and there are many reasons why he is so highly regarded by our supporters and staff, and his team-mates. This contract extension is recognition of his contribution to date, whilst reaffirming our expectations moving forward. We’ve thoroughly enjoyed working with him and now look forward to building the next stage of our shared journey.”
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and he rescues dogs...thats our Luke.
 
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Nobody deserves a shot at the big league more than him. Worked his absolute arse off, the fact he's wound up some of the ****e players we've had just makes me like him more (referencing the Tom Flanagan podcast with WTF recently). Played pretty much every position in pretty much every formation and playing style you can think of under some good, some average and some bad coaches.

Can't wait to see him try and kiss Haaland or get a piggyback off Van Dijk:emoticon-0140-rofl:
 
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Luke O'Nien is an absolute credit to himself and his family. We've been fortunate that he's chosen to represent the club and the city with such pride and respect.

I hope that the club continue to keep Luke around for a long time to come and partner with him in whatever his next venture will be (probably some kind of mentality coaching) because I've no doubt that he'll be successful at that too.

I'm not expecting him to be a regular this season but I'm sure we'll see him off the bench at times and in the cups.
 
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Flash Gordon said:
Luke O'Nien is an absolute credit to himself and his family. We've been fortunate that he's chosen to represent the club and the city with such pride and respect.

I hope that the club continue to keep Luke around for a long time to come and partner with him in whatever his next venture will be (probably some kind of mentality coaching) because I've no doubt that he'll be successful at that too.

I'm not expecting him to be a regular this season but I'm sure we'll see him off the bench at times and in the cups.
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Well said once I realised it didn't say Luke is a cretin. Definitely need my eyes tested <cheers><cheers>
 
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Some may pick faults and doubt him, but the coaches clearly see him as an asset.

Been told all summer there isn't any room for sentimental decisions so have to assume this has been another cold, calculated decision.

Maybe hes not as bad as some make out
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Sunderland are a lovely club but they don't hand over two years money for a lucky mascot ...

... O'Nien will be wanting to play and I, for one, would love to see it.

He's been written off more times than the clown's car at the Cirque du Soleil <laugh>
 
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