But which former Sunderland players, managers, coaches and staff members are still working in football having departed Wearside? Here, we take a look at 40 ex-Sunderland figures still working in football and the media - and their (in some cases) surprising job titles! Take a look below:
13. Martin Bain
Former Sunderland man Martin Bain now is the CEO of FSDL, the organising company of the Indian Super League. Photo: Lynne Cameron
14. Danny Collins
Danny Collins now works as a pundit alongside Frankie Francis, covering Sunderland games for the club's streaming service. Collins is also involved with the youth coaching set-up at the Academy of Light. Photo: Clive Rose
15. David Moyes
Ex-Sunderland boss David Moyes is now the manager of West Ham United. Photo: Ben Hoskins
16. Roberto De Fanti
The former Sunderland boss is now a FIFA Intermediary and owns his own agency for representing players and clients. Photo: Pete Norton