The conclusion of the Championship and Premier League seasons for Sunderland and Newcastle United respectively has seen both clubs linked with some eye-catching deals.
Indeed, the end of the 2022-23 campaign has also prompted clubs up and down the land to release their retained lists ahead of the summer window and new season, with plenty of former Sunderland and Newcastle United men now looking for a new club:
Here, we take a look at 20 ex-Sunderland and Newcastle United free agents looking for new clubs during the summer window:
1. Jonny Evans
The former two-time Sunderland loanee is out of contract with recently-relegated Leicester City this summer. Photo: Michael Regan
2. Liam Bridcutt
Former Sunderland man Liam Bridcutt has just been released by Blackpool following their relegation to League One. Photo: Stu Forster
3. Danny Rose
Ex-Sunderland and Newcastle United defender Danny Rose remains a free agent having departed Watford some time ago. Photo: Stu Forster
4. Hatem Ben Arfa
The former Newcastle United playmaker is now a free agent after a stint back in France. Photo: DENIS CHARLET