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"I think Sunderland are a Premiership club playing in the Championship. Everything here is geared up for the Premiership. When you compare Sunderland to Birmingham, they are far better prepared for the Premiership. It's everything about the club, the facilities, the players - everything."
"I also think this is a better team than the one which got promoted at Birmingham and the team spirit is the best I've ever known."
"Back then, we went on a good run late in the season and sneaked into the play-offs. I don't think anyone expected us to go up, it came as a big surprise."
"Sunderland were in the play-offs last season, but we're aiming for automatic promotion this season. We definitely think we can get into the top two and, without sounding too big-headed, we expect to."
"I've made it clear to the gaffer that I would like to stay," said the left-footer, who scored on his Black Cats debut against Preston. There is a great buzz around the place and it's fantastic to be a part of that. This is a club which is going places this season."
"I've had two frustrating years at Birmingham and I don't see things changing if I go back. I've spoken to the gaffer and he is trying to sort something out. I think there's a good chance I might have my loan extended until the end of the season."