The Black Cats have been linked with several players in a variety of positions but have now signed Pierre Ekwah from West Ham and Isaac Lihadji from Lille alongside Joe Gelhardt from Leeds United. However, the position of striker remains a priority after Ellis Simms was recalled by Everton.
With that in mind, we take a look at how Sunderland’s matchday squad COULD look if the transfer rumours so far turn out to be true and if everyone is fit and available to Tony Mowbray for selection.
9. AM: Joe Gelhardt
The Leeds United attacker is now a Sunderland player having signed on loan. Photo: Stu Forster
10. AM: Amad Diallo
The Manchester United loanee has really come into his own in recent games with a string of superb performances for Tony Mowbray's side. Photo: FRANK REID 2022
11. ST: Ellis Simms
The Everton man's potential return to Wearside on loan this January remains a possibility and is needed with the injury to Ross Stewart Photo: FRANK REID
12. Potential substitute: Alex Bass
The goalkeeper is second choice to Anthony Patterson at the moment. Photo: FRANK REID