Sunderland AFC takeover news RECAP: Everything Lee Johnson said on ownership change, transfers and injuries

Sunderland are preparing for their long-awaited return to League One action – with a visit to Northampton Town on the horizon.
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The Black Cats haven’t taken to the field since December 15 after seeing four games postponed, but are back in action at the Sixfields Stadium on Saturday.

And ahead of the game, head coach Lee Johnson is set to face the press this afternoon.There’s plenty to discuss, too, with the fitness of the Sunderland squad set to be top of the agenda after a significant number of COVID cases at the Academy of Light.

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The impending takeover of the club and transfer plans - with the window set to open on January 2 – are other key talking points set to be put to Johnson, so stick with us as we bring you the latest from the club throughout the day in our blog. Just scroll down for fresh updates: