Régis Le Bris will have some big calls to make when Sunderland return to action at Villa Park next weekend.
The Sunderland head coach has some significant injury concerns, and is set to offer an update at his press conference next week ahead of the game. Here’s our early look at some of his key dilemmas and a prediction as to how he might go...
13. Sub - Dayann Methalie
Could have a role to play from the bench providing he comes through his international commitments with the France U21s side unscathed. | Sunderland Echo, Chris Fryatt
14. Sub - Omar Alderete
Alderete is back from suspension and likely to be back on the bench for added defensive cover. | Sunderland Echo, Chris Fryatt
15. Sub - Kevin Danso
Danso will likely be on the bench here before coming into the side for the Europa League game that follows. | Sunderland Echo, Chris Fryatt
16. Sub - Chris Rigg
Could start on the right but at this stage seems more likely to be used as an impact sub. | Chris Fryatt, Echo