The Black Cats 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.
However, Tony Mowbray’s men bounced back against Rotherham United at the Stadium of Light with Jobe’s brace handing the Wearsiders a first win of the campaign.
After Sunderland’s stuttering start to the season, though, eyes have understandably towards transfers with sporting director Kristjaan Speakman and head of recruitment Stuart Harvey eyeing deals.
Here, we take a look at 21 deals Kristkaan Speakman could conclude and how likely they are to happen this summer:
9. Alex Pritchard
Tony Mowbray recently stated that he expects Alex Pritchard to leave Sunderland this month, with the attacking-midfielder entering the last year of his contract. Photo: Frank Reid
10. Rhys Walsh
Sunderland are eyeing a deal for Glentoran youngster Rhys Walsh, according to reports. Publications in Northern Ireland have stated that The 17-year-old is on the radar of several clubs including Sunderland with the starlet said to be spending the week on Wearside. This one feels likely unless Sunderland are trumped by a better offer. Photo: Pete Norton
11. Gideon Granstrom
Sunderland have offered a trial to Swedish teenager Gideon Granstrom as they look to add quality and numbers to their youth ranks although it is probably 50/50 on whether the youngster joins. Photo: Linnea Rheborg
12. Alexander Aravena
The Black Cats continue to be linked with a deal for Chile International Alexander Aravena, who plays for Universidad Católica in his homeland. Sunderland are have said to have made several offers for Aravena. Photo: EDUARDO FORTES