Poyet inks new Black Cats contract

Sunderland boss Gus Poyet has ended speculation over his future by signing a new contract with the club.

The Black Cats confirmed last night that the 46-year-old Uruguayan, who led the club to Premier League safety at the end of last season, has put pen to paper on a deal which will keep him at the Stadium of Light until 2016.

Poyet said: “I am delighted to extend my stay with Sunderland AFC after an unbelievable season and our famous great escape.”