Sunderland AFC news and transfer rumours: Former League One striker becomes free agent plus ex-Black Cats boss among favourites for Sheffield Wednesday job

With the January transfer window just around the corner, new Sunderland boss Lee Johnson will be assessing his options and where he can strengthen his squad.
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It’s unlikely to be a particularly busy January for the Black Cats in terms of incomings, due to the restrictions caused by the League One salary cap, but new additions are still possible.

Here are some of the latest news and transfer stories concerning the Wearsiders and some of their League One rivals.

Former League One striker becomes a free agent

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Former Blackpool striker Armand Gnanduillet has become a free agent just four months after joining Turkish Second Division side Altay SK.

The 28-year-old was offered a new contract to remain at Bloomfield Road at the end of last season and was linked with several clubs, including Sunderland, before moving abroad.

It’s been reported by Turkish media outlets that Gnanduillet is keen to return to England.

Defender linked with move

After joining Sunderland on loan from Swansea in January 2020, defender Declan John didn’t make a single appearance for the Black Cats last season.

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The 25-year-old hasn’t played a competitive game for the Swans for over a year so it’s no surprise he’s been linked with a move away from the Liberty Stadium.

According to Wales Online, Bolton Wanderers are keen to sign the full-back on loan in January.

John will see his Swansea contract expire at the end of the season, yet the report claims Bolton would want to sign John on a temporary basis.

Poyet among the favourites for Sheffield Wednesday job

Finally, former Sunderland boss Gus Poyet remains one of the favourites to be appointed at Sheffield Wednesday.

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The Owls are looking for a new boss after sacking Tony Pulis on Monday, with German manager Thorsten Fink the early 2/1 favourite with bookmakers SkyBet.

Poyet, who last managed French club Bordeaux in 2018, is the second favourite at 3/1, ahead of former Chelsea and Real Madrid assistant Jose Morais (5/1).

It was claimed last month that Poyet, 53, could return to the Stadium of Light following Phil Parkinson’s sacking but the Uruguayan ruled himself out.

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