Bruce names Cattermole as skipper

12 August 2010 17:26
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has named midfielder Lee Cattermole as Sunderland's new team captain following the departure of Lorik Cana.[LNB] And veteran Boudewijn Zenden will take on the role of club skipper.[LNB]Bruce told the club's official website: "Lee epitomises everything a manager looks for in a team captain. He always shows passion, pride and commitment to the cause, and never gives up. Lee shows the kind of 100% effort which Sunderland fans expect and are entitled to."[LNB]The manager added of Zenden: "Bolo has been a huge influence in the dressing room since he arrived, often acting as a link between the management and the players. Bolo is a fantastic mentor for our younger players."[LNB]

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