Lee Johnson has this exciting message as Elliot Embleton agrees new Sunderland deal

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Lee Johnson says Elliot Embleton can reach 'another level' after the attacking midfielder signed a new long-term deal on Wearside.

Embleton is now under contract until summer 2025 after making a superb start to the campaign, firmly establishing himself as a central player in Johnson's plans.

The head coach praised Embleton's conduct in negotiations, which reached a swift resolution.

He says the task is now to get the talented 22-year-old to kick on again.

Elliot Embleton signed a new long-term deal earlier this week

"We're really pleased," Johnson said.

"When a young player performs we've got to secure their future, simple as that.

"You need to get in a position when it's on our terms and I think Elliot and his agency have shown a really good willing.

"There was interest over the summer as everyone knows but he's a Sunderland lad, his dad is a Sunderland lad, they want us to do well and for him to be a big part of it.

"I'm really happy with that one and looking forward to trying to drive him onto another level of performance, because I think there's another level in there, or two, I really do."

Embleton's new deal follows that of Jack Diamond earlier this year, as Sunderland look to make academy graduates the cornerstone of their long-term planning.