"I've sat down with him for quite a long time and spoke about his career going forward; it aligns with the club's goals. “He has to be patient, he’s been great around the building, but there will come a time when we have to use most, if not all, of the squad. "He plays a number of positions and hopefully we can get him going.". Rodwell was shown refusing to agree to the cancellation of his contract - reportedly worth £70,000 a week at one stage - although it was. The 28-year-old, who has been a free agent since leaving Blackburn in the summer, has been training with Sheffield United since December. However he left Etihad Stadium for Sunderland in 2014, after playing just 26 games in two seasons. Rodwell's comments have certainly proved a talking point after the release of the Netflix series, but he seems to have put his career back on more stable footing since the documentary was filmed. Jack Rodwell was born on March 11, 1991 in Birkdale, Merseyside, England as Jack Christian Rodwell. A former England under-16 and under-18 captain as he came through the ranks at Everton, Rodwell was signed by Manchester City for £12m in 2012. And Mowbray feels that has come thanks to the 27-year-old enjoying his current environment as he aims to resurrect what once looked a promising career. Nine South Shields and South Tyneside criminals locked up during lockdown. Can you shed more light on this 100-year-old South Tyneside wedding photo? Looking for something to watch? Jack Rodwell, Self: Sunderland 'Til I Die. He was criticised for the way he came across in the Netflix series Sunderland 'Til I Die, set during 2017-18. He was linked with a move to Roma in October. The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. From "Veronica Mars" to Rebecca take a look back at the career of Armie Hammer on and off the screen. The 28-year-old, who has been a free agent since leaving Blackburn in the summer. He fell out of favour, training with the Wearside club's under-23 squad and making only two senior appearances in his final season. Sunderland 'Til I Die - Jack Rodwell EDIT: Hope I don't trigger any fan with his name. Last updated on 3 January 20203 January 2020.From the section Sheff Utd. has been training with Sheffield United since December. A former England under-16 and under-18 captain as he came through the ranks at Everton, Rodwell. It was therefore no surprise that he left the club by mutual agreement in the summer. Richard Sellers/EMPICS Sport. News Sunderland 'Til I Die: How Jack Rodwell resurrected his career after the Netflix series One of the most memorable moments of the series is Jack Rodwell's treatment room revelation. Choose an adventure below and discover your next favorite movie or TV show. was signed by Manchester City for £12m in 2012. "There might be a club in the north-east who might chuckle over stuff about Jack Rodwell, but there's two parts to that story.". “I’m pretty relaxed over his situation," added his current manager. Sheffield United have signed former Everton and Sunderland midfielder Jack Rodwell on a short-term contract until the end of the season. following the club's relegation to League One. He has since signed a contract with Championship side Blackburn Rovers which runs until the end of the current season. Jack Rodwell was born on March 11, 1991 in Birkdale, Merseyside, England as Jack Christian Rodwell. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page. Rodwell, who won the last of his three England caps in June 2013, is eligible for Sunday's FA Cup third-round tie against non-league AFC Fylde at Bramall Lane. And while he has not been handed many first team chances, manager Tony Mowbray feels he is playing an important role off the field. Read about our approach to external linking. said Wilder, who said Rodwell's deal has the option of an extension. The ex-Everton midfielder, the Black Cats' highest-earner during their ill-fated 2017/18 season, tells a teammate there is 'no chance' he would play for the club in an upcoming fixture. Rodwell was shown refusing to agree to the cancellation of his contract - reportedly worth £70,000 a week at one stage - although it was terminated in June 2018 following the club's relegation to League One. Colin Jackson investigates eating disorders in British sport. "There is a lot of nonsense that has been talked about Jack," said Wilder. "Jack will be ready when his chance comes I’m sure.”. Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. "From my point of view, that's history. "There is a lot of nonsense that has been talked about Jack," said Wilder. Speaking to the Lancashire Telegraph, the Blackburn boss said: “He’s an important player behind the scenes, and pretty soon he will be propelled back in to the forefront of it. "I'm not a lover of fly-on-the wall documentaries, they're always looking for a villain." 10 Most Surprising Moments In Netflix’s Sunderland ‘Til I Die Documentary . He made 22 appearances for Blackburn last season in the Championship, but failed to agree a contract extension. Rodwell has already made eight appearances this season - two more than he managed in the entirety of last season. Jack Christian Rodwell (born 11 March 1991) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender or defensive midfielder for Premier League club Sheffield United.. Rodwell joined Everton's academy at the age of seven, and made his debut in 2007. Hello everyone, I'm not an SAFC fan and just finished episode 5 of the documentary which had a segment on Jack Rodwell being paid £70,000 per week but he has not been featured in the first team since September 2017. ©JPIMedia Publishing Ltd. All rights reserved. Jack Rodwell Saga. 8. “I feel as though he enjoys the environment and yet he hasn’t really been exposed to playing week after week.”, “But who’s to say that’s not just around the corner for him.”, This website and its associated newspaper are members of Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. He spent five years in the first team before he transferred to Premier League champions Manchester City in 2012. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. I like Jack Rodwell, he’s 6’3, very mobile, two wonderful feet. “He trains hard every day, works hard. He made 22 appearances for Blackburn last season in the Championship, but failed to agree a contract extension. He was linked with a. All the boxes that I needed to tick, and Jack needed to tick, he has done. Sunderland ’Til I Die, and the plight of the merely-very-good football player | Andrew Anthony, FA Cup Final 2013: Wigan Athletic FC v Manchester City FC, What to Watch if You Miss the "Game of Thrones" Cast. He was criticised for the way he came across in the Netflix series Sunderland 'Til I Die, set during 2017-18.