Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is no longer surprised by the sackings of managers.

Four managers have already left their jobs this season, but Bruce has a sympathetic owner in Ellis Short.

"Half of management now is who you work for," the former Manchester United defender reflected. "It's the hardest part of the lot - and it's becoming more difficult.

"We're not surprised anymore as managers. And I don't think the public are anymore. It's difficult."

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