Sunderland sign Altrincham striker Duncan Watmore

Sunderland have signed striker Duncan Watmore from non-league Altrincham for an undisclosed fee.

The 19-year-old has agreed a two-year deal with the Black Cats and will join up with the under-21 side, coached by academy boss Ged McNamee, on 1 July.

Watmore scored 14 goals in 29 games for the Conference North club in 2012-13.

"There's also an immense sense of pride that he has deservedly earned himself a fantastic opportunity," Altrincham chairman Grahame Rowley commented.

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And Alrincham manager Lee Sinnott said the club would "watch his progress with interest" at the Stadium of Light.

"We would all like to congratulate Duncan on securing a move to Sunderland," he added.

"He has been a popular member of the squad and Sunderland are acquiring a player with many years of development in him."