National League

SAFC transfer news as young defender joins Hartlepool on loan Joe Nicholson

Johnson, 18, made his first senior start during this season’s Carabao Cup match against Crewe and signed a new three-year deal at the club this month.

Round-up: Sunderland duo linked with exit as Speakman eyes striker James Copley

Hartlepool United are considering a move for Sunderland's academy star Zak Johnson. Picture by FRANK REID

Sunderland defender subject of loan interest from National League club James Copley

Former Sunderland coach Stephen Clemence

Ex-Sunderland coach made favourite for National League job James Copley

Gateshead defender Joe Grayson (photo Charles Waugh)

Gateshead is the ‘perfect fit’ for new signing Grayson Mark Carruthers

Gateshead have completed the signing of former Port Vale and Colchester United midfielder Luke Hannant (photo Jack McGraghan)

Hannant relishing Gateshead return ahead of new National League season Mark Carruthers

Gateshead youngster Connor Pani

Gateshead youngster Pani keen to impress as new season approaches

Gateshead defender buoyed by performance in defeat against Sunderland Mark Carruthers

Former Sunderland defender Jordan Hunter will face his old club after joining Gateshead (photo Emilio Kirtley/Gateshead FC)

Ex-Sunderland defender has ‘something to prove’ in Gateshead friendly Mark Carruthers

Middlesbrough deal likely to end side’s interest in SAFC keeper Joe Nicholson

Gateshead goalkeeper Rob Elliot (photo Jack McGraghan)

Former Newcastle United keeper still learning after surprise comeback Mark Carruthers

Mike Williamson ahead of Gateshead’s FA Trophy Final with FC Halifax Town (photo Jack McGraghan)

Gateshead to embrace positivity ahead of new National League season Mark Carruthers

Ex-SAFC striker Will Grigg reacts after signing for new club Joe Nicholson

Newcastle United take on Gateshead in a pre-season friendly (photo Jack McGraghan)

Newcastle United to face neighbours Gateshead in pre-season fixture Mark Carruthers

Ex-Sunderland man reveals crucial Johnson talks that prompted exit James Copley

Gateshead captain Greg Olley (photo Jack McGraghan)

Gateshead captain Greg Olley agrees new deal as two more sign on

Former Sunderland youngster Stephen Wearne has made a fine start to his loan spell at Gateshead (photo Charles Waugh)

Ex- Sunderland & Middlesbrough forward pens two-year deal at Gateshead Mark Carruthers

Gateshead captain Greg Olley (photo Jack McGraghan)

Greg Olley wants Gateshead to push on after FA Trophy Final defeat Mark Carruthers

Mike Williamson ahead of Gateshead’s FA Trophy Final with FC Halifax Town (photo Jack McGraghan)

Mike Williamson ‘immensely proud’ of Gateshead despite Wembley defeat Mark Carruthers

Depleted Gateshead fall to FC Halifax Town in FA Trophy Final Mark Carruthers

Stewart Donald

Stewart Donald reacts after completing 85% Eastleigh takeover James Copley

Five Anthony Patterson replacements Cats should consider amid Premier League interest.

SAFC transfer news: Five Anthony Patterson replacements Cats should consider Ben Lightfoot

Gateshead manager Mike Williamson (photo Charles Waugh)

Williamson hails Gateshead form after league season ends with a win Mark Carruthers

Former Sunderland youngster Stephen Wearne has made a fine start to his loan spell at Gateshead (photo Charles Waugh)

Former Sunderland youngster making the most of Gateshead move Mark Carruthers

Gateshead celebrate after Louis Storey scored their second goal in a 3-0 win against Dagenham and Redbridge (photo Charles Waugh)

Gateshead ‘fully focused’ on FA Trophy semi-final clash with Barnet Mark Carruthers

Louis Storey celebrates after scoring Gateshead’s first goal in their 3-0 home win against Dagenham & Redbridge (photo Charles Waugh)

Storey tells the tale of Gateshead’s improvement in relegation fight Mark Carruthers

Middlesbrough youngster Kamil Conteh has made a big impression since joining National League side Gateshead on loan earlier this season (photo Charles Waugh)

The ‘monster’ Boro youngster making a big impact on loan at Gateshead Mark Carruthers

Former Sunderland full-back Danny Rose has been a free agent since leaving Watford last summer. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Ex-SAFC defender 'training with National League side'

Former NUFC academy star closing on comeback to boost Gateshead Mark Carruthers

Gateshead celebrate after Adam Campbell scored their second goal in the 3-1 win against Southend United (photo Charles Waugh)

Gateshead handed home draw in FA Trophy semi-final Mark Carruthers

Richard Hill. (Photo by Alan Crowhurst/Getty Images).

Ex-Sunderland chief appointed at National League club James Copley

Anthony Patterson is named the North East Footballer Writers' Association Young Footballer of the Year. The star-studded North East Football Writers’ Association Awards, which raised money for the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation.

Anthony Patterson's brilliant insight into his SAFC rise and how he did it Phil Smith

Sunderland could face a changed set of financial rules in the future

The new financial rules SAFC are likely to face in the coming years Phil Smith

Gateshead manager Mike Williamson (photo Charles Waugh)

Gateshead boss won’t change approach after win against Oldham Athletic Mark Carruthers

Anthony Patterson

Patterson to be handed international call-up after impressive Sunderland form James Copley

LEIGH, ENGLAND - JANUARY 14: Joe Hugill of Manchester United celebrates after scoring the team's second goal during the Premier League 2 match between Manchester United U21 and Liverpool U21 at Leigh Sports Village on January 14, 2023 in Leigh, England. (Photo by Manchester United/Manchester United via Getty Images)

Ex-starlet sold by Madrox for £300k makes non league loan move James Copley

ROMFORD, ENGLAND - JANUARY 20: Joe Hugill of Manchester United in action during the Premier League 2 match between West Ham United and Manchester United at Rush Green on January 20, 2023 in Romford, England. (Photo by Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images)

Ex-starlet sold by Stewart Donald for £300k set for loan move James Copley

Anthony Patterson playing for Sunderland against Fulham in the FA Cup.

Patterson reveals Montgomery’s advice and explains how he’s improved Joe Nicholson

Sunderland goalkeeper Anthony Patterson

Anthony Patterson succeeds Dan Neil in landing major award Phil Smith

Gateshead striker Danny Elliott celebrates after scoring in the FA Trophy win against Gloucester City (photo Charlie Waugh)

Improving Gateshead set challenge by loan star Danny Elliott Mark Carruthers

Gateshead star Adam Campbell had mixed emotions after his side’s 2-2 home draw with York City (Photo Charlie Waugh)

Gateshead striker Campbell has mixed emotions after draw with York Mark Carruthers

Gateshead celebrate after Adam Campbell scored their second goal in the 3-1 win against Southend United (photo Charles Waugh)

Gateshead set ‘kick-on’ challenge ahead of home clash with Aldershot Mark Carruthers

Gateshead celebrate after Adam Campbell scored their second goal in the 3-1 win against Southend United (photo Charles Waugh)

Mike Williamson sets challenge for Gateshead after impressive win Mark Carruthers