Régis Le Bris has some huge decisions to make as Sunderland look to get back to winning ways when Bournemouth visit the Stadium of Light.
Le Bris has to decide whether to stick with the back five shape that has delivered some impressive results but misfired against Fulham, and whether he needs to freshen the XI that has been fairly settled over the last month. With a number of injured players also back in contention, he also has some tricky calls to make as to who will be on the bench. Here, we predict what he might ultimately go with...
5. LB - Reinildo
Sunderland have been managing his minutes carefully on his return from a knee injury and having been one of those impacted by the aforementioned sickness bug, but still seems highly likely to start in this one. | Chris Fryatt
6. RM - Trai Hume
Definitely a strong chance Hume drops to right back, allowing Mukiele to replace Ballard and Chris Rigg to come back into the side. But if Le Bris wants to persist with Talbi on the left, he might want Hume as added defensive strength and protection on the other flank. | Frank Reid, Sunderland Echo
7. CM - Granit Xhaka
First name on the teamsheet and has a big part to play in what will be a tough test for the Black Cats. Photo: George Wood
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8. CM - Noah Sadiki
A key part of Sunderland's midfield and little doubt he'll continue here. | Getty Images