The Black Cats have suffered a series of highs and lows during Donald’s 18 months in charge at the Stadium of Light, and we’ve taken a look at the key moments which have defined his tenure - and ultimately led to the #DonaldOut campaign.
Scroll down and click through the pages as we examine the decisions that have defined Donald’s reign on Wearside:
5. 26th June 2018
Donald unveils a campaign to replace the worn out, 'pink' seats at the Stadium of Light, and chips in alongside supporters to help transform the club's home ground. Photo: Mark Runnacles
6. 24th September 2018
Didier Ndong leaves the club, following Jack Rodwell and Papy Djilobodji out the door. It brings an end to the 'rotten core' that many supporters felt had held the club back in recent years. Photo: Frank Reid
7. 26th January 2019
Having turned down the offer of a new contract, top scorer Josh Maja departs the Stadium of Light for Bordeaux. Photo: Harriet Lander
8. 31st March 2019
Sunderland reach Wembley for the final of the Checkatrade Trophy, only to suffer defeat on penalties to promotion rivals Portsmouth. Photo: Jordan Mansfield