Nine Sunderland deals which could still happen - including Leeds United, Nottingham Forest and Everton moves

The Black Cats still need to sign cover at full-back ahead of the August 31 deadline, with Denver Hume’s contract situation still unclear.

Sunderland boss Lee Johnson may also look at bringing in more competition up front – despite the arrival of forward Nathan Broadhead on a loan deal from Everton.

Broadhead became the Wearsiders’ sixth signing of the summer earlier this week, following the arrivals of Alex Pritchard, Callum Doyle, Corry Evans, Dennis Cirkin and Frederik Alves on Wearside.

Johnson recently said the club are still exploring the possibility of permanent and loan deals, while leaving the door open for a possible departure, or two.

Here are nine Sunderland deals which could take place before the end of the month – including both in and outgoings.

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