Simon Grayson was aware of Sunderland’s financial problems before becoming manager

Sunderland boss Simon Grayson says his primary focus is on turning good performances into victories and not the club’s financial struggles.

Chief executive Martin Bain revealed on Monday that owner Ellis Short is still pumping millions of pounds into Sunderland, despite them raising over £30million in the summer through the sales of Jordan Pickford and Vito Mannone.

When asked if he realised the financial situation was so severe before agreeing to take over as Sunderland manager, Grayson replied: „I came to this football because I wanted to, and Sunderland chose me as the right man to come here.
„I knew the parameters we were going to be working in so it has been no great surprise. We’ve had to change the squad around, and that’s what you have to do.
„Look at Hull City for example. They had to make a lot of changes on and off the pitch as well. It comes with the territory of relegation from the Premier League.

„Martin has put it out there what happened in the past. What we have to do now is focus on the future and make sure everybody is heading in the right direction, in a positive manner, and results will help us do that.“
The Black Cats have not won in the Championship since August 13, although Saturday’s 1-1 draw at Hull ended a run of four consecutive league losses.

Grayson hopes they can build on that display, starting with Wednesday’s trip to Everton in the third round of the Carabao Cup.

„Trying to turn draws or good performances into victories; that’s my main concern,“ he said.

„What happens off the pitch doesn’t really bother me because I will work within whatever parameters I’m given.
„I feel I have a group of players that can still have a successful season. It’s probably more turning the performances of nearly good results into very good results. That’s what I’m here to do.

„I like to think I’m a good coach, a good manager, and that’s the reason why I’m here, to make the team better.

„I feel that over the next few weeks and months we will do that.“

Sunderland and Everton will mark Wednesday’s fixture by wearing the Bradley Lowery Foundation’s logo in place of their usual shirt sponsors.

„Bradley had a massive affiliation with this football club and Everton as well,“ said Grayson.

„It’s a fine gesture which was been greeted by everybody. Hopefully everybody will see a game worthy of what is on the shirts.“Euro Soccer Bonus

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