Sunderland defender Alim Ozturk says he had to remain professional after being dropped by manager Phil Parkinson.
An investment from FPP Sunderland arrives at a critical juncture for the current Sunderland hierarchy, bringing to a conclusion months of uncertainty over the extent of their future involvement in the club.
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