Sunderland AFC transfer news RECAP: Charlie Methven speaks out plus January transfer update

Sunderland return to the Stadium of Light on Saturday when they host Southend United in League One, with Josh Maja expected to return to the squad.
All the latest from the Stadium of LightAll the latest from the Stadium of Light
All the latest from the Stadium of Light

We have the latest on his injury, plus updates from Charlie Methven on a wide range of issues. Scroll down to catch-up on all the news you may have missed from a busy day in the build-up to the visit of Southend: