Sunderland AFC transfer news RECAP: Phil Parkinson reveals fresh injury setbacks plus Mansfield appoint Nigel Clough ahead of FA Cup clash

It’s been a busy day at the Academy of Light – with Sunderland preparing to face League Two side Mansfield Town in the FA Cup first round.

Black Cats boss Phil Parkinson held his pre-match press conference earlier today, while Sunderland’s under-23 side were also in action today against Wolves.

Scroll down to catch up with all of today's SAFC news, analysis, transfer talk and more:

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The latest news from Sunderland AFC and Phil Parkinson's press conference
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