Sunderland don’t have a game this weekend due to international fixtures – providing more time for their injured players to recover.
The Black Cats thrashed Southampton 5-0 last time out, and are now preparing for a trip to QPR on Saturday, September 16.
Tony Mowbray’s side will then travel to Blackburn three days later, before a home game against Cardiff.
Here’s the latest Sunderland injury news as we head into the international break:
1. Jenson Seelt
The Dutch centre-back is still yet to make his Sunderland debut following an ankle issue, but was named on the bench against Coventry and Southampton. He also played 45 minutes for the under-21s side last week. Photo: SAFC
2. Eliezer Mayenda
After signing for Sunderland from French club Sochaux, 18-year-old striker Mayenda suffered a hamstring in his first training session on Wearside. The striker is expected to return this month. Photo: SEBASTIEN BOZON
3. Patrick Roberts
Roberts sustained a minor hamstring strain during Sunderland's win over Rotherham and missed the games against Coventry and Southampton. The winger is expected to be available after the international break when the Black Cats travel to QPR. Photo: Chris Fryatt
4. Corry Evans
Sunderland’s captain is still recovering from an ACL injury he suffered in January. Mowbray has previously said the 33-year-old could return around the festive period. Photo: Frank Reid