Haway The Podcast | ROKER REWIND | Gary Bennett | Part 2 | Signing For Sunderland
The podcast episode discusses Gary Bennett's journey to signing with Sunderland. It highlights the other clubs interested in him and the significance of his role as one of the first black players in the team's history. Listeners can expect insights into his debut and the negotiations surrounding his transfer.
- ▪Gary Bennett was the second black player in Sunderland's history.
- ▪The episode reveals other clubs that were interested in signing Bennett.
- ▪Len Ashurst was involved in the negotiations regarding Bennett's transfer.
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