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:
25. Christian Bassila
The former Sunderland player is now a director of INF Clairefontaine, which is the national football centre that specialises in training French football players. Photo: Matthew Lewis
26. Thomas Myhre
The former goalkeeper is currently the manager of Moss in his native Norway. Photo: Mike Hewitt
27. Stern John
The former Sunderland striker is currently managing the Saint Lucia men's national team. He managed Anguilla from 2020 to 2022 Photo: Clive Mason
28. David Healy
Former Sunderland striker David Healy is now in charge at NIFL Premiership club Linfield. Photo: David Rogers