Sunderland endured a disappointing end to the 2023/24 season – yet preparations are already taking place ahead of the next campaign.
The Black Cats are set to release their retained list in the coming days, with a handful of players nearing the end of their contracts. It’s understood both Corry Evans and Bradley Dack will leave the club when their deals expire this summer, while players on loan will return to their parent clubs – though Sunderland do have an option to sign Callum Styles on a permanent deal from Barnsley.
As Sunderland look to strengthen in the upcoming transfer market, there will inevitably be outgoings as well. We’ve taken a closer look at the players who are set to leave the Stadium of Light at the end of the season – as things stand – as well as others who could depart:
17. Joe Anderson - Could leave
Even when Sunderland were short of defensive options last season, the 23-year-old wasn't handed a first-team start. Anderson wasn't always been a regular starter during a loan spell at League One side Shrewsbury and is unlikely to receive many opportunities when he returns to Wearside. Photo: Jeremy Ng