Sunderland AFC transfer news RECAP: Pressure mounting on Phil Parkinson after dismal Gillingham display as West Bromwich Albion Albion striker linked with January loan

Phil Parkinson has now suffered eight defeats as Sunderland manager – with pressure mounting on the former Bolton boss at the Stadium of Light.
Sunderland boss Phil Parkinson is coming under increasing pressureSunderland boss Phil Parkinson is coming under increasing pressure
Sunderland boss Phil Parkinson is coming under increasing pressure

Defeat at Gillingham on Saturday afternoon extended the Black Cats’ poor run of form in recent weeks, with fans turning their frustrations on the new face in the dugout. And ahead of another crucial week, we’ve got the latest developments from inside the camp as Sunderland prepare to welcome former manager Simon Grayson back to Wearside with Blackpool.

The Tangerines currently sit fourth in the League One table and six points ahead of Sunderland in 11th. Simply refresh the page and scroll down for all of Monday’s SAFC news...