Conor Bradley sends message as Sunderland confirm fresh agreement

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(Credit: Imago, Hasan Karim, Breaking Media) Mon 2 March 2026 8:30, UK Sunderland secured a significant agreement on Sunday as they announced that centre-back Dan Ballard has signed a new deal.The 26-year-old has penned fresh terms on a contract that is set to keep him at the Stadium of Light until the summer of 2029, while the Black Cats also hold the option to extend those terms by a further year. Ballard netted a crucial stoppage-time goal to help the Wearsiders into the Championship play-off final last term, and his influence has carried over to this season upon their return to the Premier League.

Ballard has signed a new three-year deal at Sunderland. (Credit Imago)Read More: Keith Hackett: Sunderland should have been given penalty vs Bournemouth – This is why they weren’tConor Bradley reacts as messages pour in for Dan BallardSunderland’s form has taken a dip in recent weeks, as they had suffered three consecutive league defeats prior to last weekend’s trip to take on Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium.

MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES The Northern Ireland international showed once again why he is so crucial to Sunderland’s fortunes at the moment, and he has now been rewarded for his efforts with his new contract being announced on Sunday. The boss’ suggestion relied upon the defender remaining consistent and also being able to prove his fitness, but he has picked up another knock again that has ruled him out in recent weeks.