Sunderland have made seven new signings since the end of last season, yet in and outgoings are still expected at the Stadium of Light before Tuesday’s 11pm deadline.
The Black Cats are still looking to strengthen at full-back and are assessing their options up front, where they also have a lack of options.
So far this summer, the Wearsiders have brought in Corry Evans, Callum Doyle, Alex Pritchard, Dennis Cirkin, Frederik Alves, Nathan Broadhead and Niall Huggins
Elsewhere in League One, Sunderland’s rivals will also be looking to bolster their squads for the 2021/22 campaign, and there have already been some eye-catching moves.
Here are some of the latest stories from around the third tier as the clock ticks down for clubs to complete their dealings.
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. READING, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: Sam Morsy of Middlesbrough during the Sky Bet Championship match between Reading and Middlesbrough at Madejski Stadium on February 20, 2021 in Reading, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)
Ipswich Town are reportedly eyeing an ambitious move for Middlesbrough midfielder Sam Morsy. Photo: Catherine Ivill
. Ipswich close in on keeper deal
Brighton goalkeeper Christian Walton looks set to join Ipswich on loan. The 25-year-old only has one year left on his contract with the Seagulls, while Championship clubs Nottingham Forest and Derby were also credited with interest. Photo: GLYN KIRK
1. Ipswich close in on keeper deal
Brighton goalkeeper Christian Walton looks set to join Ipswich on loan. The 25-year-old only has one year left on his contract with the Seagulls, while Championship clubs Nottingham Forest and Derby were also credited with interest. Photo: GLYN KIRK
2. Kyle Dempsey not leaving
Gillingham manager Steve Evans has labelled Charlton’s bid for Kyle Dempsey, 25, as “nonsense” – claiming the Addicks offered £100,000 for the midfielder. “Dempsey is not leaving," he said. Photo: Pete Norton
3. Sunderland in advanced talks with Arsenal man
Sunderland are known to be in talks over a move for Arsenal full-back Ryan Alebiosu, 19, with reports over the weekend claiming discussions had reached an advanced stage. Photo: Paul Harding
4. Cheltenham make late loan move
According to Football Insider, Cheltenham have made a last-gasp move for Swansea City striker Kyle Joseph. Photo: Getty Images