Gyan glad after joining Black Cats

01 September 2010 09:01
Asamoah Gyan is looking forward to making an impact in the Premier League after finalising his club-record move to Sunderland.[LNB] The Black Cats have splashed out in excess of £13million to secure the Ghana striker on a four-year contract from Rennes.[LNB]The 24-year-old was a long-term target for Sunderland boss Steve Bruce and Gyan is happy to have pitched up at the Stadium of Light.[LNB]"It's been a long day, but finally I'm happy to be here and my family and friends are also happy for me," Gyan told the club's official website.[LNB]"My family is in England already and I am happy this is the right place for me.[LNB]"The Sunderland coach has faith in me because he has been following me for two years now.[LNB]"I am pleased I have the opportunity to come to England."[LNB]Gyan believes he will be suited to playing for Sunderland and he is also relishing his opportunity to turn out in front of the Black Cats faithful.[LNB]He added: "I follow English football and I know Sunderland have incredible fans.[LNB]"I especially know about the derby when they play against Newcastle. That is something incredible. I have witnessed that myself.[LNB]"The Sunderland fans never say die. They keep cheering their team on for 90 minutes. That gives me confidence to play maximum football.[LNB]"I am here to do my best and show what I can do. I have watched Sunderland play before - I think it will be good."

Source: Team_Talk