Sunderland AFC transfer news RECAP: Freddie Ladapo, Cameron Archer, Patrick Roberts, Dan Jebbison and Aiden O'Brien latest

Sunderland have already added full-back Trai Hume to their ranks this month and more recruitments are expected on Wearside before deadline day.

Speaking last week, Kristjaan Speakman revealed that the club were looking to strengthen, saying:

“We have a really, really high bar in terms of bringing players into our club and we should always have that.

“There are numerous players on our radar throughout the whole year who we are constantly monitoring and tracking. If the opportunity to acquire one of those players comes up then we will do so.”

One player that has recently been linked with a move to Sunderland is Cameron Archer from Aston Villa.

Archer, who made his Premier League debut at Old Trafford earlier this season, has particularly impressed in EFL competitions this season, scoring 10 goals in just six games across the Carabao Cup and Papa John’s Trophy.

The winger grabbed senior hat-tricks against Burton Albion and Barrow this season, as well as notching a double against MK Dons, complemented by goals against Wycpmbe Wanderers and Chelsea.

Archer, who turned 20 last month, is reportedly on the Black Cats radar, however, they may face competition from Portsmouth in order to secure a loan deal.

TalkSport are reporting that both Lee Johnson and Danny Cowley are admirers of the winger and having already shown goal scoring prowess against League One opposition, Archer could be a shrewd addition this month.

Burton Albion boss Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink confirmed his side have accepted a bid for Dan Jebbison’s main striker rival.

The 18-year-old attended Sunderland’s pre-season win over Hull City at the Stadium of Light in the summer and looked set to sign on loan at Wearside.

However, the deal went quiet and Sunderland signed Nathan Broadhead from Everton, whilst Jebbison headed to Burton Albion on loan from Sheffield United.

The player had netted eight goals in 19 games for the Brewers during his time at the Pirelli Stadium.

Broadhead was in fine form for Sunderland before suffering a hamstring injury which will keep him out for three months minimum.

Reports state recently, though, that Black Cats are still trying to do a deal to bring Jebbison to the Stadium of Light.

That now looks highly unlikely with Jebbison set for a more prominent role with Burton Albion.

Jebbison and former Barnsley forward Kane Hemmings have largely been interchanged by Hasselbaink this season.

But Hemmings was omitted from the Burton squad that travelled to Cheltenham ahead of a potential move

Ex-Chelsea striker Hasselbaink later admitted that his club had accepted a bid from another club for his services.

Sunderland are said to be interested in Rotherham striker Freddie Ladapo.

Ladapo started the Millers’ last 10 league games before declaring his desire to leave Rotherham and handing in a transfer request.

He was an unused substitute in his side’s FA Cup clash at Queens Park Rangers on Saturday afternoon as Sunderland drew 3-3 with Wycombe Wanderers in League One.

The 28-year-old, who has previously been linked with Sunderland, has scored eight times in 21 League One appearances this season – including a brace in October’s 5-1 win over the Black Cats.

Ladapo has been playing regularly alongside Rotherham’s top scorer Michael Smith this campaign but will be out of contract this summer – although the Millers have a 12-month option which would extend the deal until the summer of 2023.

Kevin Phillips has tipped Aiden O’Brien to leave Sunderland if the Black Cats can conclude a deal for Patrick Roberts.

O’Brien was set to join Doncaster on loan in the final hour of the summer window, yet the paperwork wasn’t completed in time.

The forward signed for Sunderland last summer and made 40 appearances for the Black Cats during the 2020/21 campaign.

Despite scoring a hat-trick at Blackpool in the Carabao Cup, O’Brien has featured sparingly for Lee Johnson’s side this season

Sunderland have been linked with a deal for Manchester City man Patrick Roberts, which could see O’Brien move further down the pecking order.

“It hasn’t really worked out,” he told Football Insider.

“It’s a surprise because I thought he’d do really, really well when he signed. Maybe it’s a bit like the Will Grigg situation.

“Patrick Roberts has a big-game mentality. He’s played some big games at a great level. I’ve no issues with him coming in and doing well.

“But reading between the lines, that would suggest that O’Brien could leave in this window if the deal is right for the club and the player.

“So watch this space with him in the next month.”

What TV channel is Sunderland vs Lincoln City on?

The clash between Sunderland and Lincoln City won’t be shown on television and has not been selected for broadcast by Sky Sports, BT Sports or Amazon Prime.

Can I stream Sunderland vs Lincoln City online?

Sunderland’s clash with Lincoln City will be streamed via club channels.

To purchase a streaming pass if you do not have an account, you need to create an account by clicking here and selecting the pass you wish to buy.

If you are already signed up, simply click here to log in to your account and watch the game.

Are there any other ways I can follow Sunderland vs Lincoln City?

BBC Radio Newcastle will provide full match commentary.

Nick Barnes and Gary Bennett will be available on the following frequencies: 95.4FM, 96FM, 103.7FM, 104.4FM and 1458AM.

The Sunderland Echo will also have full coverage on our website with Joe Nicholson and Phil Smith at the ground.

Are there any tickets available for Sunderland vs Lincoln City?

There are still tickets for the game between Sunderland and Lincoln City currently available on safc.com

For the remainder of the 2021-22 season, the Stadium of Light ticket office and store will be open on home matchdays and the day before home matchdays.

Is there any team news ahead of Sunderland vs Lincoln City?

Dennis Cirkin and Denver Hume have both recently returned to Lee Johnson’s squad.

Corry Evans was stretched off with a head injury against Wycombe and is a major doubt.

Luke O’Nien is also out with a shoulder injury whilst Jordan Willis and Aiden McGeady are out.

Nathan Broadhead is out for up to three months with a hamstring problem.

Sunderland were without first-team players Leon Dajaku, Lee Burge, Thorben Hoffmann and several others for the Wycombe game after a Covid-19 outbreak.

What are the odds for Sunderland vs Lincoln City?

Sunderland win – 3/5

Draw – 33/10

Lincoln City win – 26/5

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Who is the referee for Sunderland vs Lincoln City?

Jeremy Simpson will referee Sunderland’s clash with Lincoln City at the Stadium of Light.

James Wilson and Geoffrey Liddle will run the lines for the League One game between Sunderland and Lincoln City

Simon Mather is the fourth official.