Sunderland’s season is drawing towards a disappointing conclusion and thoughts are turning to what is going to be a crucial summer rebuild.
Interim head coach Mike Dodds has said that recruitment planning is under way behind the scenes at the Academy of Light, with change expected after the appointment of a new boss at the end of the campaign. So what’s likely to happen as it stands, and how could that change over the course of the summer months?
Here we assess the 33 players in Sunderland’s senior squad over the course of this campaign and whether they are likely to stay, go, or head out on loan in the summer transfer window…
33. ADIL AOUCHICHE
Hasn’t had the impact he would have liked this season but has shown some more promising signs of late and definitely has the raw ability to be a success. Signed a five-year deal when joining so will almost certainly be part of the group next season when he will be hoping to get a consistent run in the team. Should be better for his first season adapting to the level. Verdict: Staying | Frank Reid Photo: Frank Reid