Régis Le Bris is weighing up some major selection dilemmas as Sunderland prepare to face Nottingham Forest at the Stadium of Light tonight.
The Black Cats look set to have the same squad as they did at Aston Villa last Sunday, but Le Bris has strong options on his bench should he wish to reshuffle. Here’s what we think he might go with as Sunderland look to give their hopes of a top-half finish and a potential European place a big boost...
1. GK - Robin Roefs
Had a good couple of weeks at the end of a brilliant debut campaign - no doubt he'll continue here | Getty Images
2. RB - Lutsharel Geertruida
Looks likely to leave this summer but has shown his professionalism, quality and commitment with two strong showings to put Sunderland firmly back in the race for European football. Seems certain to continue here at right back | AFP via Getty Images
3. Cb - Nordi Mukiele
Sunderland ideally want Mukiele at right back but Le Bris's reshuffle in Ballard's absence over the last fortnight has worked well. Mukiele is comfortable at centre back and performed strongly, so seems likely to continue. | Getty Images
4. CB - Luke O'Nien
Superb as a substitute against Everton and that seems likely to secure his place in the starting XI given that Omar Alderete is facing a late fitness test and Le Bris is currently expecting to be without him. | Getty Images