Persistence pays as Dick Advocaat finally accepts Sunderland job

Dick Advocaat changed his mind over returning to Sunderland after owner Ellis Short refused to leave him alone.

The 67-year-old reluctantly turned down the offer of an extended stay on Wearside days after the Barclays Premier League season drew to a close after his successful mission to preserve the Black Cats’ top-flight status.

However, Texan businessman Short simply would not accept no for an answer and ultimately his persistence paid off.