Advocaat drawn back by Sunderland's squad

Dick Advocaat was tempted back to Sunderland after forming a strong bond with the club's players last season.

The Dutchman was hired in March to replace Gus Poyet and masterminded a revival in their final nine games to secure Premier League safety.

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