The Black Cats could yet go up through the play-offs and enter the Championship for the first time in five campaigns.
But what about the status of Sunderland’s squad in terms of transfers at the end of the season.
Here, we take a look at each member of Alex Neil’s squad and deliver our verdict on whether Sunderland should keep or let go.
Scroll down to take a look:
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1. Thorben Hoffmann
The goalkeeper has been unseated by Anthony Patterson since Alex Neil's arrival at the club. Ex-head coach Lee Johnson mentioned earlier in the season that Sunderland do have an obligation to purchase Hoffmann following his loan, so the German could well be at the club next year. Personally, I think Hoffmann is god enough to play for the club. Keep. Photo: PHOTOGRAPH BY FRANK REID JPIMEDI
2. Lee Burge
Lee Burge's contract at Sunderland is due to expire at the end of the season and whilst he has been a decent servant for the club, it is probably time for him to move on. Photo: FRANK REID 2021
3. Anthony Patterson
Anthony Patterson seems to be growing in confidence and could, in theory, be Sunderland's number one for a few seasons to come. Keep. Photo: FRANK REID PHOTOGRAPHER 2022
4. Niall Huggins
The Welshman has suffered several injuries this season but has certainly shown enough when playing to be kept on at the club. An exciting young player. Keep. Photo: FRANK REID 2021