Sunderland prepares to sign keeper Alec Chamberlain in 1993 deal
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On June 18, 1993, Sunderland was set to complete the signing of goalkeeper Alec Chamberlain. Six years earlier, Chamberlain was a top target for newly-appointed Sunderland manager Denis Smith. The transfer faced delays due to Chamberlain's wedding but eventually involved an administrative error that allowed Sunderland to acquire him on a free. Chamberlain played 108 games for Sunderland before moving to Watford, where he enjoyed an extended career.
- •Chamberlain was initially a target for Sunderland in 1987.
- •A clerical error at Luton allowed Sunderland to sign him for free.
- •He made 108 appearances for Sunderland.
- •Chamberlain went on to play almost 300 times for Watford.
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"Eventually, a top target for Denis Smith became a Sunderland player.
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