Stryjek bids farewell
Stryjek was announced as one of seven players set to depart the Black Cats yesterday – joining Adam Matthews, Robbin Ruiter and Luke Molyneux on the club’s released list.
And while the Polish stopper’s departure came as a surprise to many, the 22-year-old had made no secret of his desire to secure more first-team football – which seemed near-impossible on Wearside given the impressive form of Jon McLaughlin.
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Hide AdIndeed, the youngster spent much of last season out on loan and in the under-23 as his desire for senior action was left unfulfilled.
But having departed the club, Stryjek was keen to send his thanks to all at the Stadium of Light after a six-year stint.
In a message posted on his Twitter account, the Warsaw-born ‘keeper offered his thanks to the Sunderland fanbase – as well as goalkeeping coach Mark Prudhoe.
“I would like to take a moment to say thank you for over 6 years in @SunderlandAFC,” he said.
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Hide Ad“I want to especially give thanks to Mark Pruds who was not just a goalkeeper coach but also a good friend.
“Thanks to all the staff and people who were supporting me. I wish everyone all the best.”
Stryjek will now search for a new club – and will be able to offer a host of senior experience after taking in loan spells at Accrington Stanley, Boston United and Eastleigh.