Sunderland man looks likely to miss the entirety of the current season

The 23-year-old is currently sidelined having suffered a serious knee injury during a game against Coventry City in December. Prior to that setback, the defender had established himself as a regular fixture in the Black Cats’ first team, making 18 appearances in the Championship last term before his campaign was curtailed.

Despite still being some way from full fitness, however, Huggins has put pen to paper on a new deal at the Stadium of Light. His stay on Wearside will now run until the summer of 2026, with the option of a further year also included.