Sunderland AFC today completed the signing of midfielder Jeff Whitley as the 25-year old put pen to paper to complete a one-year deal which will commence immediately.
Whitley proved to be a valuable member of Mick McCarthy’s squad last season, making 42 first team appearances.
Mick McCarthy commented on the Northern Ireland international saying: “Jeff was my most improved player last season. His work rate was excellent and his attitude first class. Overall he had a great season.”
Jeff added: “Mick has been magnificent for me in giving me my chance and believing in me and I thank him for that. I’m really delighted things have been finalised. Hopefully we’ll have a great season ahead of us and I’m looking forward to being part of it.”
Player Profile
Name: Jeff Whitley
Date of Birth: 28-01-79
Place of Birth: Zambia
Nationality: British
Height: 5′ 9″
Weight: 11.0
Position: Midfield
Career History
Sunderland Aug 2003 – June 2004
Notts County (loan) Oct 2002 – Jan 2003
Notts County (loan) Mar 2002 – April 2002
Wrexham (loan) Jan 1999 – March 1999
Man City Feb 1996 – August 2003
