please log in to view this image Sunderland AFC have completed the signing of Scotland international goalkeeper Jon McLaughlin. The 30-year-old free agent has signed a two-year deal and becomes Jack Ross’ second summer signing, arriving with a wealth of experience within the Football League and beyond. Born in Edinburgh, the in-demand stopper enjoyed a standout 2017-18 campaign with Scottish Premiership outfit Heart of Midlothian, and this led to his international debut in May 2018. McLaughlin rejected the opportunity to extend his stay at Tynecastle, opting to return to the Football League and join Ross’ squad. Speaking about the goalkeeper’s arrival, the Sunderland manager said: “Jon was in Scotland last season, but he’s spent the rest of his career in England and played in successful teams in this division. “He’s a really good signing for us because he will bring security and stability to that position, as well as experience to the team, and play a key role moving forward. “He’s a safe pair of hands.” The goalkeeper started his career with Harrogate Railway Athletic and Harrogate Town before signing for Bradford City and making 145 appearances for the Bantams during a six-year spell. During his time at Valley Parade, McLaughlin played a pivotal role as the Bantams won the Sky Bet League Two play-offs and reached the 2013 EFL Cup final. He joined Burton Albion in 2014 and was part of the side that earned back-to-back promotions, winning Sky Bet League Two in 2014-15 before finishing as runners-up one season later to reach the Sky Bet Championship. McLaughlin was singled out for his efforts during the latter campaign and was named in the PFA League One Team of the Year for 2015-16.
Got to be better than what we have. We don't need spectacular, just a safe consistent pair of hands who can command his area
Jonathan Peter McLaughlin (born 9 September 1987) is a Scottish professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Sunderland. Jon McLaughlin Personal information Full name Jonathan Peter McLaughlin[1] Date of birth 9 September 1987 (age 30)[1] Place of birth Edinburgh, Scotland Height 6 ft 3 in (191 cm)[1] Playing position Goalkeeper Club information Current team Sunderland Number 1 Senior career* Years Team Apps (Gls) 2006–2007 Harrogate Railway Athletic 2007–2008 Harrogate Town 21 (0) 2008–2014 Bradford City 125 (0) 2014–2017 Burton Albion 133 (0) 2017–2018 Heart of Midlothian 33 (0) 2018– Sunderland 0 (0) We share birthdays
My son would be better than what we had and he's (currently) 5' 10" and only 13 years old!! Like the fact that Ross has confirmed that he has a lot of experience in this division which is good for me. And 30 is nowt for a keeper these days
