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.
13. Potential substitute: Dennis Cirkin
At just 20, Dennis Cirkin could well be Sunderland's first-choice left-back for many years to come. Photo: Lewis Storey
14. Potential substitute: Dan Ballard
The defender has impressed since his summer move from Arsenal to Sunderland. Photo: Frank Reid
15. Potential substitute: Charlie Cresswell
Sunderland have been linked with the defender for several windows in a row. The Leeds United man is currently on loan at Millwall. Photo: Gareth Copley
16. Potential substitute: Isaac Lihadji
Le Petiti Lillois report that Sunderland are in ‘very advanced discussions’ over the signing of Isaac Lihadji from Lille. The 20-year-old winger, who joined Lille from Marseille in summer 2020, hasn’t featured for the first-team in the league this season. Photo: DENIS CHARLET