O'Neill expressed his excitement about the new deal on the eve of the Premier League season. He said, "This is a great honour for me. I've had the pleasure of being part of a team that achieved two promotions, and I have many fond memories. I'm happy to be given the chance to create more memories by extending my stay.

"I'm proud to represent the club. Our journey to the Premier League is something I'll always cherish. However, the hard work doesn't stop, and I'm looking forward to taking on this new challenge. I want to thank the city and the club for embracing me and my family. This has been our home for many years, and there's no other place we'd rather be."

O'Neill has been with the club for many years and has become an important part of the team. He's looking forward to continuing his journey with Sunderland and contributing to the team's success.