Bruce names Cattermole as skipper

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has named midfielder Lee Cattermole as Sunderland's new team captain following the departure of Lorik Cana. And veteran Boudewijn Zenden will take on the role of club skipper.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."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."

Source: Team_Talk