Sports News Report
League: EPLSport: SoccerCountry: EnglandCategory: Scores & Results

Sunderland's Tony Towers submits transfer request amid tough start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 5:00 AM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Sunderland's Tony Towers submits transfer request amid tough start
Summary

On September 21, 1976, Sunderland captain Tony Towers handed in a transfer request as the team struggled to secure a win early in the season. With Sunderland sitting in the bottom three after five league games, Towers expressed frustration over unmet promises from the club regarding his future. Despite the difficulties, he spoke fondly of his rapport with Sunderland fans. Reports indicate that clubs like Manchester City, Everton, and Manchester United are interested in acquiring Towers' services. Additionally, former Manchester United defender Jim Holton was set to discuss a potential loan move with Sunderland's Bob Stokoe.

Source Links
Yahoo Sports
Status Watch
  • •Sunderland manages just one point from five league games.
  • •Towers requests a transfer due to unmet club promises.
  • •Manchester City, Everton, and Manchester United are interested in Towers.
  • •Jim Holton discusses potential loan move to Sunderland.
  • •Mel Holden is out for two months due to a cartilage operation.
Latest Updates
  • 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — OTD (21/09/1976): Clubs Queue Up As Sunderland’s Skipper Hands In Transfer Request
What they're saying
"

It’s a tough start to the season for Bob Stokoe as we search for a first win, and his skipper requests to leave.

Related Teams & Leagues
EvertonManchester CityManchester UnitedEPLSoccer

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days