Ex-Sunderland striker's funny response when asked about potential return after Jobe Bellingham arrival
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Victor Anichebe provided an amusing response to a Sunderland fan when asked if would consider returning to Sunderland following Jobe Bellingham's arrival on Wearside.
The striker has not played professionally since a 2017 spell with Beijing Enterprises, although did spend time training with Doncaster Rovers in recent years.
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Hide AdThe 35-year-old former Everton striker played for Sunderland during the club's Premier League relegation season, making 19 appearances in all competitions and netting thrice.
Following Bellingham's announcement as a Sunderland player on Saturday, Anichebe took to Instagram to send a message of support to the ex-Birmingham City midfielder. He stated: "Good luck to him! Great club."
One fan, replying to Anichebe's initial comment, inquired about the Nigeria international's potential return to the club, to which he hilariously answered: "I would die in pre-season."
The Black Cats face Ipswich Town at the Stadium of Light during the opening weekend of the 2023-24 Championship season on August 6.
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