Sunderland veteran Jermain Defoe says he's happy playing for David Moyes.

Moyes has had just four weeks to work with his new squad ahead of the new season, but that's been ample time for Defoe to get clear understanding of Moyes' methods.

"The new manager has come in and things have changed - different methods, different way of play and different training - but things are really good," Defoe told Sky Sports.

"There's a lot of possession in training, which the boys enjoy, and we're really organised. The manager is very hands-on with the players in terms of coaching and we've enjoyed it, it's been good so far.

"Beforehand I spoke to Sam (Allardyce) about David Moyes and he said he was a good manager. To be fair his experience speaks for itself.

"I remember his time at Everton, playing against them was always a difficult game, they were organised defensively and offensively they went forward and crosses into the box.

"I'm sure he would have liked his time at Manchester United to go differently but you live and you learn.

"You can tell he had a stint in Spain because I can imagine they do a lot of possession sessions, both small and big, and we've been really sharp in training.

"He always wants the boys to improve every day, improve keeping the ball, making the opposition run and, of course, making chances. But first and foremost we focus on being organised and solid."