Sunderland travel to Craven Cottage on Saturday afternoon to face Fulham in the Premier League.
The Black Cats will be hoping to build on a stellar start to the campaign that has seen them amass 19 points from their opening 11 matches, climbing up to fourth in the table in the process. For their part, the hosts are currently 15th in the table, just two points clear of the relegation zone.
But who will be available to Regis Le Bris and Marco Silva this weekend, and who is likely to sit this one out? We’ve taken a closer look at the team news for both sides below...

5. Bertrand Traore - available
Returned to training over the last fortnight but hasn't made the last two squads. With Talbi injured, he's likely to return here. | Getty Images

6. Reece James - minor doubt
Influential full back surprisingly dropped to the bench against Spurs in midweek but it was confirmed afterwards that this was a precautionary move with the game coming so close to the FA Cup final. Seems likely to return for this one as a result. | Getty Images

7. Levi Colwill - minor doubt
Was left out as a precaution in midweek as he returns from a serious injury. Trained on Friday so likely to be back in the squad on Sunday. | Getty Images

8. Estevao - out
The Brazilian winger has a hamstring issue that will see him miss both his game and the World Cup campaign. | John Walton/PA Wire


