The Black Cats have lost their opening two games 2-1 in the Championship against Ipswich Town at the Stadium of Light and Preston North End at Deepdale.
Tony Mowbray’s men also crashed out of the Carabao Cup in the first round after being beaten by Crewe Alexandra at home on penalties following a 1-1 draw on Wearside.
After Sunderland’s less-than-ideal start to the season, eyes have understandably towards transfers with sporting director Kristjaan Speakman and head of recruitment Stuart Harvey eyeing deals.
Here, we take a look at 12 active transfer and contract deals Sunderland are still working on this summer:
5. Bobby Bjork
The former Blackpool youth team player has featured as a trialist Sunderland's under-21 side this summer and is understood to be under consideration by the club. Photo: Clive Brunskill
6. Ross Stewart
Talks between Ross Stewart and Sunderland appear to have reached an impasse with the striker still out injured. With the Scot entering the final 12 months of his deal, it is expected that the two parties will at least come to the negotiation table once again. Photo: Stu Forster
7. Nazariy Rusyn
Sunderland have reportedly made bids for Nazariy Rusyn during the summer transfer window with the player even following the club on Instagram before being left out of the Zorya squad over the weekend. Photo: Michael Regan
8. Colin Dagba
Sunderland are said to have made approaches to PSG regarding right-back Colin Dagba with the player expected to leave the French giants this season. Photo: PATRICK HERTZOG