Sunderland signs Finn Geragusian to a professional contract as prospect
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Sunderland AFC signed Finn Geragusian to his first professional contract on July 9, 2026, following a breakout season with the Under-21 team. The 18-year-old Armenian forward scored 13 goals and provided three assists over both Under-18 and Under-21 competitions. He was part of Sunderland’s squad that reached the Premier League Cup Final and has been included in the senior setup, earning his first senior international cap for Armenia this year. With limited senior striking options, Geragusian may see playing time in the first team during preseason and in upcoming domestic and European competitions.
- •Geragusian scored 13 goals in the Under-21s this season.
- •He played a key role in Sunderland's Premier League Cup Final run.
- •The forward has received a senior call-up for Armenia.
- •He may feature in preseason matches, including against York City.
- •Sunderland has only two senior strikers, increasing Geragusian's chances.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Could Finn Geragusian Be Sunderland’s Next Academy Star?
"Sunderland have tied down one of their brightest young prospects - but could Finn Geragusian force his way into Régis Le Bris' first-team plans sooner than expected?
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