Steve Bruce has been confirmed as our new Manager, he will be revealed later today to the media. Steve has apparently penned a 2 and a half year contract for £2.5 million on £60,000 per week. Having never really had a substantial war chest to bring players in let`s see what he can do for Sunderland AFC in the coming seasons. Geordie or not he is a manager with 11 years experience through several clubs and guided Wigan to a respectable 11th place this season.