Sunderland coach reveals how Benji Kimpioka reacted after being dropped for poor timekeeping

Benji Kimpioka has reacted ‘very well’ to being dropped from Sunderland’s Under-23 squad - after issues with his timekeeping.
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The striker was dropped to the bench by Elliott Dickman for the 4-0 defeat to West Brom last week after being late for training at the Academy of Light.

But he returned to the starting line-up for the victory over Huddersfield Town on Monday.

“He’s reacted very well,” said Dickman.

Sunderland striker Benji Kimpioka.Sunderland striker Benji Kimpioka.
Sunderland striker Benji Kimpioka.
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“He’s trained really, really well and has been very professional.

“His attitude in training most of the time, if not all the time, is brilliant. He just had a little minor blip last week.

“But fair play to him, he’s reacted in a positive way and this week he’s done really, really well.”

The striker is set to see his contract expire this summer, with no resolution yet reached over a new deal.

Phil Parkinson is also considering the possibility of sending the Swedish youth international out on loan.