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:
21. Nazariy Rusyn - Summer of 2027
Sunderland had been tracking the Ukrainian striker for some time, before reaching an agreement with Zorya Luhansk to sign the 25-year-old last year. Rusyn agreed a four-year contract at the Stadium of Light, with a club option of a further year. Photo: Frank Reid
22. Luis Hemir - Summer of 2028
The Portuguese striker, 20, signed a five-year contract on Wearside when he arrived from Portuguese club Benfica in 2023. Photo: Frank Reid
23. Leo Hjelde - Summer of 2028
Hjelde, 20, signed a four-and-a-half-year deal when he joined Sunderland from Leeds United in January. Photo: Frank Reid
24. Jenson Seelt - Summer of 2028
Seelt signed a five-year contract at Sunderland when he joined the club from Dutch side PSV Eindhoven for an undisclosed fee last year. The 21-year-old defender is unlikely to play again this year after suffering a serious knee injury. Photo: SAFC