Sunderland AFC transfer news RECAP: Jermain Defoe update as striker linked with dramatic return plus Northampton build-up
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The Black Cats had previously gone seven games without a win but put three past Argyle to cement their play-off place.
Sunderland will now welcome Northampton Town to the Stadium of Light on Sunday in what will be their last league game before the play-offs begin.
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Hide AdKey duo Charlie Wyke and Aiden McGeady both missed out at Plymouth Argyle with minor injury issues.
McGeady has been suffering with swelling to the foot of late and also has a broken nose, while Wyke, who has not missed a league game in 2021, is managing a thigh issue.
But will they start against Northampton Town on Sunday or will Lee Johnson opt to rest both attackers before the play-offs get underway on May 18 and 19?
We’ll have the latest injury news, analysis and more from the Stadium of Light throughout the day.
Sunderland AFC transfer news (May 5)
Key Events
- Sunderland take on Northampton Town in League One on Sunday
- The Black Cats defeated Plymouth Argyle at Home Park last weekend
Everything you need to know ahead of the game
When is Sunderland vs Northampton Town?
The League One clash between Sunderland and Northampton Town will take place at the Stadium of Light on Sunday, May 9.
Kick off is scheduled for 12pm.
What are the odds for Sunderland vs Northampton Town?
Sunderland: 8/15
Draw: 14/5
Northampton Town: 4/1
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What channel is Sunderland vs Northampton Town on?
Unfortunately, the League One match between Sunderland and Northampton Town won’t be shown on television.
Unlike the Black Cats’ games against Peterborough United in League One and Tranmere Rovers in the Papa John’s Trophy final earlier this season, this fixture hasn’t been chosen to be broadcast.
Can I stream Sunderland vs Northampton Town online?
Yes, Sunderland’s game against Northampton Town will be streamed via SAFSEE.
Frankie Francis and Danny Collins will be live from the 30 minutes before kick-off, with the duo also providing post-match analysis and reaction.
New users can set up an account and pay £10 to view the game by clicking here.
Existing users with a season pass can view the game by following this link.
BBC Radio Newcastle also carries full match commentary with Nick Barnes and Gary Bennett and is available on the following frequencies: 95.4FM, 96FM, 103.7FM, 104.4FM and 1458AM.
The Sunderland Echo will also have full coverage from the Stadium of Light on our website, plus another Watch Party with our team of Sunderland fans.
The latest transfer gossip from around the web
Sunderland, Portsmouth and Ipswich-linked striker stalling on new St Johnstone contract
Sunderland-linked striker Guy Melamed is stalling on signing a new deal at St Johnstone.
Boss Callum Davidson has conceded there’s a strong chance the Israeli will leave the Saints this summer.
Last month reports linked Sunderland, Portsmouth and Ipswich with the forward.
Melamed has been offered ‘a very good contract’ to extend his stay at McDiarmid Park.
But Davidson admits the 28-year-old’s future is out of the Saints’ hands.
He told The Courier: “We’ve offered him a very good contract and his agent just wants to wait and see.
“That’s all we can do. We can’t offer money that’s not there for somebody. We have a budget, it’s been a difficult time with Covid and we’ve offered him a really good deal. The agent has said he’ll wait and see and that’s where we are.
“Obviously we can’t be paying out ridiculous money – that’s not what St Johnstone does and we can’t afford it. But there are other players out there that we’ll find and have a look at in case he doesn’t stay.
“Would we like him to stay? The answer is yes but we might be out priced. The fact he’s done so well has probably not helped our cause.
“He’s performed and scored goals at really important times this season. It’s a tough one. I knew when he came in that we might only get a year out of him.
“The one thing none of us knew the extent of was Covid. He didn’t get a pre-season and he missed a lot of football and it took him a long time to adapt to the Scottish league.
“I still think there’s more to come from Guy if he has a pre-season with us. It’s probably out of our hands at the moment.”