But which players have been a hit on Wearside and which players have flopped whilst out on loan at the Stadium of Light over the years?
Here, we take a look at SEVEN of Sunderland's BEST loan signings and SIX flops following the Black Cats’ 2-1 win over Wigan Athletic in the Championship on Saturday afternoon.
9. Danny Rose
Danny Rose impressed whilst at Sunderland on loan from Tottenham and won the club's player of the season. Photo: Stu Forster
10. FLOP: Anthony Le Tallec
Relegated to the Championship with Sunderland from the Premier League with a record low points total whilst on loan from Liverpool Photo: Laurence Griffiths
11. Danny Welbeck
Although he only played 26 times, scoring six goals, Danny Welbeck made a big impression on Wearside during a loan from Manchester United. Photo: Shaun Botterill