Jermain Defoe extends deal at Sunderland

Sunderland have announced striker Jermain Defoe has signed a contract extension until 2019.

Jermain Defoe has extended his stay at Sunderland until 2019 after his goals helped to keep the club in the Barclays Premier League.

The Black Cats confirmed on Thursday that the 33-year-old striker has signed a one-year contract extension, his reward for a remarkable return of 18 goals in all competitions last season in a side which struggled for much of the campaign.