Goalkeeper Pantilimon aims to intensify competition against goalkeeper Mannone
Costel Pantilimon Sets Sights on Sunderland Improvement
Costel Pantilimon, the 27-year-old goalkeeper, has joined Sunderland as a free agent last month, aiming to help the club improve after narrowly avoiding relegation last season. Pantilimon, who played for Manchester City for three seasons as Joe Hart's understudy, making 29 appearances, is determined to make a significant impact at his new club.
Pantilimon has quickly settled in his new surroundings at Sunderland and has expressed his enjoyment of the team and the people at the club. He has also stated that he did not move to Sunderland to be a squad player, but rather with the ambition to compete for the starting goalkeeper position.
Vito Mannone started as the goalkeeper in 28 of Sunderland's 38 Premier League games last season, but Pantilimon's arrival has added competition for the position. Both goalkeepers have expressed their commitment to working hard for their respective positions and improving upon last season's performance. Pantilimon and Mannone have different skills, but they are united in their determination to contribute to more wins with Sunderland.
Pantilimon has discussed the club's past with some people and has expressed his thoughts on the competition to the Sunderland official websites. He believes that it is normal for everyone to work hard for a place in the team and that it is beneficial for a club to have two good goalkeepers. Pantilimon's statements indicate his commitment to the club and his aim to have a good position in the Premier League by the end of the season.
Sunderland have had a number of good goalkeepers in the past, and Pantilimon is eager to add his name to that list. Gus Poyet signed him as goalkeeper for Sunderland in 2014; there is no record of another goalkeeper signed by him immediately before Pantilimon. Pantilimon wants to contribute to more wins with Sunderland and hopes to improve upon last season's performance with the club.
Pantilimon's commitment to Sunderland is clear, and he has expressed his desire to stay with the club for the long term. He is focused on helping Sunderland improve and secure a better position in the Premier League. With his experience and determination, Pantilimon is poised to make a significant impact at Sunderland.
