Sunderland boss Mick McCarthy has confirmed that
Marcus Stewart will leave the club in the summer.
The 17-goal striker, 32, has been told that he will not get his contract renewed at the Stadium of Light.
"He's comfortable with it and looking forward to a fresh challenge," McCarthy told the club's website.
"He's been terrific for the club and has had a brilliant season. He went through a goal drought but was still our best player by a mile."
The former
Bristol Rovers and Huddersfield man moved to Wearside in a £3.25m deal from Ipswich in August 2002.
Why would you let him go if he had helped you get promoted - This doesnt make sense to me!
