Sunderland are just over a month away from the new Championship season - and could come up against some of their former players.
The Black Cats will kick off their 2023/24 campaign when they host Ipswich on Sunday, August 6, before a trip to Preston the following week.
Here are 14 former Sunderland players at Championship clubs who could line up against Tony Mowbray’s side.
Here are 14 former Sunderland players at Championship clubs who could line up against Tony Mowbray’s side.
13. Ashley Fletcher (Watford)
Fletcher will return to Watford this summer following a loan spell at Wigan. The 27-year-old has three years left on his contract at Vicarage Road. Photo: Justin Setterfield
14. Reece James (Sheffield Wednesday)
After helping The Owls win promotion from League One during a loan spell last season, the 29-year-old defender has signed a permanent deal at Hillsborough. Photo: Ashley Allen