Pienaar: How Moyes has changed

Steven Pienaar believes David Moyes has changed his managerial style following his time in Spain, leaving the Sunderland boss “more open and relaxed” with his players.

Moyes signed Pienaar for the third time over the summer, having twice brought him to Goodison Park.

Pienaar had been a free agent before joining Sunderland, and speaking to Sky Sports News HQ, said he has noticed a change in Moyes compared to their days together on Merseyside.

“I’d say he’s gone a bit soft! It used to be when you walked in the dressing room you didn’t even want to look at him but now he is more open, more relaxed and calm,” Pienaar said. 

“I think he’s changed since going to Spain, and I think he’s learned you need to be more open with the players.

“But he still has got that bite in him! It’s good for the team, he’s an honest manager and he wants everyone to work hard for him.

“When he went to Everton, he had to build a team and I think that’s what he wants to do here; to build his own team and get stability in the long run.”

Sunderland is Pienaar’s third Premier League club after spells at Everton and Tottenham, and the South African admitted he was keen to remain in England after leaving Goodison Park.

“There were a few decisions I had to make,” he added.  “Firstly, my kids went to school in Liverpool so you either go back home or wait and see if something comes …

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