Journalist James Copley has praised the Sunderland owners following recent transfer news. Sunderland owner Kyril Louis-Dreyfus and in particular sporting director Kristjaan Speakman have faced widespread criticism from fans over the past several month. The criticism largely began with the sacking of Tony Mowbray in December and the subsequent appointment of Michael Beale, who lasted just 12 games in charge. Following his exit from the Stadium of Light in February, Sunderland took four months to hire Regis Le Bris as their new manager. The arrival of the Frenchman, who steered Lorient to Ligue …
