Lee Johnson has kept his cards close to his chest when discussing the future of Sunderland's out of contact players.
The Black Cats head coach was quizzed by Sky Sports on Charlie Wyke's future at the club as well as the latest on contract discussions.
Jack Diamond signed a three year contract with Sunderland this afternoon and it's a clear sign that Johnson has one eye on the future.
“To be honest my role is to win games and try and coach the boys to the best of my ability," said Johnson
"Of course, you’re involved in the big picture discussions but in terms of day-to-day detail and dealing with the agents, I’ve been slightly more removed at this club than I have been at other clubs.
"I think for all the players in mind, this is their vehicle at the moment.
“This is an opportunity for them A) to get success. B) To earn a new contact at a fantastic club and C) If there’s no contract here then to go and maximise their opportunities elsewhere.
"I think the boys understand that, that there is new ownership and a pandemic to come out the back of but we are one of the clubs driving forward and there’s not that many at the moment.
“So you have to hope actually the boys are fighting to stay as well because they know if we were to get promoted then the first place you look is at home and the ones that have done extremely well to get you there."
