Sunderland have moved early so far in the transfer market as Tony Mowbray prepared a squad to challenge for Championship promotion next season.
The Black Cats secured a place in the play-off last season but came undone to a confident Luton Town side, who would eventually beat Coventry City to leap into the top flight.
Jobe Bellingham and Jason Seelt will excite Sunderland fans hoping for a promotion campaign next season but there will still be hope for more new names through the doors at the Stadium of Light.
There are some real talents available on a free transfer this summer with Championship experience to their name. The Sunderland Echo looks at 21 of the best Championship free agents according to their Transfermarkt market value.
Jobe Bellingham and Jason Seelt will excite Sunderland fans hoping for a promotion campaign next season but there will still be hope for more new names through the doors at the Stadium of Light.