The Black Cats have made a flying start to the 2024-25 season and currently sit at the top of the Championship on goal difference.
However, recent reports have suggested that the Frenchman already has an eye on the January transfer window and will demand reinforcements. That’s according to Football Insider, who have stated: “Le Bris has let it be known to Sunderland he wants to be backed heavily in the January transfer window if his side are still in promotion contention.”
With that in mind, we take a look at some of the players who could leave Sunderland this winter if the Black Cats bring in reinforcements. We’ll also detail the stars who won’t leave during January and why:
21. Adil Aouchiche - could leave
Attacking midfielder Aouchiche, 22, also signed a five-year contract at the Stadium of Light as he arrived from Ligue 1 side FC Lorient for an undisclosed fee last year. However, the Frenchman has hardly been sunder under Régis Le Bris with a January exit of some description thought to be likely. Photo: Frank Reid
22. Dan Neil - won't leave
Sunderland are very unlikely to sanction the departure of their team captain during the January transfer window. | Getty Images
23. Milan Aleksic - won't leave
Le Bris recently confirmed that the newly signed midfielder will remain at Sunderland in January as he continues to learn English. | Frank Reid