Exclusive:Phil Smith's Sunderland transfer Q&A: January window state of play with key loan decisions discussed

Sunderland still have business to do in the January transfer window, which closes an hour before the Black Cats host Burnley at the Stadium of Light on Monday, February 2nd.

A number of outgoings are on the cards and while it’s expected to be quieter in terms of incomings, Sunderland are proactively looking to strengthen. In a Q&A with Echo subscribers, Phil Smith answers questions from Black Cats fans on the club’s plans and gives some of his own opinions on what he’d like to see this month. You can read all his responses below.