Sunderland have confirmed plans to redevelop the exterior plaza outside the Roker End at the Stadium of Light, with the project set to be completed ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Legends’ Way, a new supporter landmark, will feature the Wembley Path which is designed to commemorate one of the most iconic moments in Sunderland’s history.
In the meantime, let’s have a look at 17 times that Monty made the headlines.
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9. A big day in 1992
These young budding football stars (left to right) Alan Whittle, Gary Richardson, Kevin Fawcett, Scott Castlehow and Adam McBeth won the chance to train with former Roker favourites Jimmy Montgomery and George Herd in 1992. | se
10. Bidding for a statue for Bob
The launch of the Statue for Stokoe Appeal in 2004, with Bobby Kerr, club deputy chairman John Fickling and Jimmy Montgomery with George Forster. | se
11. A legendary day in 2004
Sunderland legends Bobby Kerr and Jimmy Montgomery visited the Littlewoods centre in 2004. They collected funds from staff members who held a Red and White Day to raise money for the Statue for Stokoe Appeal. | se
12. In the presence of stars
Former Sunderland players Jimmy Montgomery and Gary Bennett joined youngsters for coaching sessions at St Aidan's Parish Centre in August 2006. | se