Sunderland's Wilson Isidor(Image: Sunderland AFC via Getty Images)

Sunderland striker Wilson Isidor believes the arrival of ex-Arsenal and Dortmund performance chief Shad Forsythe at the club has made a huge difference.

Forsythe is said to have transformed the club’s training intensity and Isidor has lauded the decision to bring him to the club, praising his impact.

The Frenchman has described the arrival of the club’s new head of team performance as a significant turning point in the club’s Premier League campaign.

Speaking to L’Equipe, Isidor said Forsythe’s influence has transformed the team’s training standards and physical preparation since joining from Borussia Dortmund ahead of the new season.

“The intensity is crazy,” Isidor told the French outlet.

“We’re coming off a tough pre-season with few wins, then we beat West Ham.

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