Aiden McGeady has not decided whether he'll try to convert it into a coaching career one day, however, it is clear the experienced winger is part of the group of on-field leaders driving Sunderland on this season. There was a time when even the 32-year-old did not see himself as coaching material, however, to hear Black Cats manager Jack Ross talk, it sounds more and more like there could be one in there. Irrespective of whether it translates into another career or not, McGeady’s mindset is having a big impact not only on his job now, however, on those around him. As viewers of Netflix’s Sunderland ‘Til I Die documentary will testify, the previous Celtic, Spartak Moscow and Everton player is not one to keep his counsel when he sees something he doesn't like.
“Aiden’s bright,” says Ross, a playing contemporary who had to mark the Republic of Ireland international when both played in the Scottish Premier League. “He cares tons about his football. He’ll challenge you in terms of what you do, however, I like that.”