The Black Cats will have several decisions to make at the end of the season, including the appointment of a new head coach following Michael Beale’s sacking and Mike Dodds’ interim stint during the rest of the 2023-24 campaign.
In terms of transfers, there are still several decisions to be made and many questions surrounding certain members of the Black Cats’ playing squad.
Here, though, we take a look at the players likely to leave Sunderland during the summer as things stand. We also take a look at the stars that might leave and some squad members that definitely won’t:
9. Corry Evans - might leave
Club captain Corry Evans will see his current deal expire this summer. Sunderland, though, are already lacking in experience and midfield options. The club have the option to extend Evans' deal and it remains to be seen whether he will stay or go. Photo: Frank Reid
10. Elliot Embleton - might leave
The attacking midfielder has been out with various injuries for around 12 months now with his future up in the air at the Academy of Light when the summer rolls around. Photo: Lewis Storey
11. Dan Neil - might leave
Sunderland's star midfielder is likely to attract interest from Premier League clubs during the summer. The local lad wants to get Sunderland back to the Premier League but a big-money offer from a top-flight club could persuade the Black Cats to sell. Photo: Ed Sykes
12. Nazariy Rusyn
The Ukrainian forward only arrived at the club last summer with Sunderland investing money to bring the player to Wearside on a long-term deal. Rusyn is likely to stay at the club beyond the summer. Photo: Ben Roberts Photo