New midfielder for Morpeth Town

7 Mar 2023 By James Gordon

Young Sunderland midfielder Tom Chiabi has joined Morpeth Town on loan until the end of the season.

Chiabi joined the Black Cats last summer following his departure from Cardiff City.

He undertook his scholarship in South Wales, having previously represented fellow Championship side Millwall at academy level.

Chiabi, who has been featuring for Sunderland’s U21s side this season, could make his debut for the Highwaymen at home to Warrington Town on Saturday.

Morpeth are currently 18th in the Northern Premier League table, one place and five points above the relegation places.

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Where next?

Premier Division round up: South Shields held as Marske return to winning ways South Shields moved 10 points clear at the top of the Northern Premier League on Tuesday night, despite being held to a goalless draw at Matlock Town.