Sunderland is actively scouting potential additions to their youth academy ahead of the summer transfer window, with goalkeeper Lewis Ridd catching their attention. Ridd, a 19-year-old Welsh talent currently with Derby County, recently appeared as a trialist for Sunderland during a match against Huddersfield Town’s youth team.
Ridd joined Derby from Ipswich Town last summer and has gained valuable experience on loan at Mickleover Sports in the Southern League Premier Division Central. He has also had loan spells at Sudbury United, Bury Town, and Brightlingsea Regent, adding to his senior-level experience.
The fact that Ridd is on trial with Sunderland suggests that he may be leaving Derby in the upcoming summer transfer window. This trial stint provides him with an opportunity to showcase his skills and potentially secure a deal with Sunderland or attract interest from other clubs before his contract ends.
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