Sunderland AFC transfers: The free agents available to Kristjaan Speakman - including five ex-Black Cats: photo gallery
However, It was a disappointing end to Sunderland’s transfer window with Kristjaan Speakman and Stuart Harvey failing to bring a striker in on deadline day.
Football clubs, however, can still sign players who are free agents! Here, we take a look at the free agent options across various positions available to Sunderland now the deadline has passed:
9. Lucas Cavallini
Lucas Cavallini is one of the younger options on the list at 30-years-old. 18 goals in 30 appearances for Canada at international level but once again, no experience of playing in England. Photo: Catherine Ivill
10. Fraizer Campbell
The former Sunderland, Manchester United and Hull City is now a free agent. He knows the club and is well-thought-of by Sunderland fans. Once again, though, age would likely be an issue given he is 35. As a short-term option, who knows? Photo: Ashley Allen
11. Ola Kamara
The 33-year-old has no experience playing in England with the majority of his career coming in MLS in the USA. Photo: Tim Nwachukwu
12. Alexandre Pato
Once of football's premier wonderkids, Alexandre Pato is now 33-years-old and without a club. Talented but known for his injury record, it is unlikely Sunderland would consider a move for the Brazilian. Photo: Miguel Schincariol