Sunderland AFC transfers: Tony Mowbray's new-look starting XI if the transfer rumours are true - photo gallery

The summer transfer window is quickly coming around for Sunderland and their Championship rivals.

By James Copley

Published 19th Mar 2023, 18:40 GMT

But what could Sunderland’s starting XI look like if some of the summer transfer links turn out to be true? Here, we take a look:

1. GK: Anthony Patterson

The goalkeeper is Sunderland'a number one under head coach Tony Mowbray. Photo: Andrew Redington

2. RB: Trai Hume

The Northern Ireland man has cemented himself as a vital part of Tony Mowbray's team. Photo: FRANK REID

3. CB: Charlie Cresswell

The Leeds United man is a long-term Sunderland target but is currently on loan at Millwall. Photo: Warren Little

4. CB: Dan Ballard

The ex-Arsenal man will hopefully be Sunderland's main centre-back for years to come. Photo: Frank Reid