Sunderland have just two league games remaining this season – with some members of their squad nearing the end of their contracts.
The Black Cats have managed to agree long-term deals with several players over the last year, but will have to make decisions regarding those nearing the end of their current contracts. Sunderland under-21s boss Graeme Murty has said most decisions have been made and conveyed to players in his group – some of whom have been part of the senior set-up this season.
Sunderland have triggered a one-year option in Harrison Jones’ contract, meaning the attacking midfielder, who has impressed for the under-21s side this season, will remain at the club next season.
Here’s a list of Sunderland’s senior players, including those out on loan, and when their deals are set to expire:
17. Dan Ballard - Summer of 2027
The central defender, 24, has attracted interest from elsewhere but signed a new deal at Sunderland in August last year. Photo: Frank Reid
18. Pierre Ekwah - Summer of 2027
Ekwah signed a four-and-a-half-year deal at Sunderland when he joined the club from West Ham United in 2023. The 22-year-old was a regular starter for the Black Cats for most of the 2023/24 season. Photo: Frank Reid
19. Abdoullah Ba - Summer of 2027
The 20-year-old signed a five-year deal at Sunderland when he joined the club from French side Le Havre in 2022. Photo: Frank Reid
20. Nectarios Triantis - Summer of 2027
Triantis joined Sunderland from Australian side Central Coast Mariners last summer, signing a four-year contract at the Stadium of Light. The 21-year-old defender was then loaned out to SPL side Hibernian in January, where he impressed in a defensive midfield position. Photo: Frank Reid