Sunderland AFC transfer news RECAP: Charlie Wyke shares update as Luke O'Nien signs new deal

Sunderland are into their second week of pre-season – with manager Lee Johnson hopeful of a transfer breakthrough in the coming weeks.
Stadium of Light.Stadium of Light.
Stadium of Light.

The Black Cats played their first pre-season friendly over the weekend as they drew 2-2 with Spennymoor Town at The Brewery Field.

After the match, Johnson revealed he was hopeful of two new faces coming through the door at the Academy of Light this week.

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There may also be further news on the futures of Charlie Wyke Luke O’Nien and Denver Hume as they consider to mull over contract offers.

The Black Cats last week tied-down influential winger Aiden McGeady to a new one-year contract, while also allowing George Dobson to join League One rivals Charlton Athletic on a permanent deal.

Sunderland’s next match is set to take place against York City on Wednesday, July 21.

We’ll have the latest SAFC news, transfer talk, analysis and more throughout the day.

LIVE: Sunderland AFC transfer news (6 July)

Key Events

  • Luke O’Nien has signed a new three-year contract at Sunderland.
  • The Black Cats are into their second week of pre-season.
  • Lee Johnson is hopeful of two signings this week as the Black Cats eye further recruits.
  • Charlie Wyke is expected to leave the club, while there remains uncertainty surrounding Will Grigg’s situation
  • It was announced yesterday that capacity crowds are set to return to football stadiums across England from July 19.

It looks like Charlie Wyke is off!