Sunderland have just one Championship game remaining this season – while planning is already taking place ahead of the next campaign.
Sunderland have just one Championship game remaining this season – while planning is already taking place ahead of the next campaign.
The Black Cats have managed to agree long-term deals with many of their key players over the last year, meaning they are in a strong position when it comes to potential interest. Still, 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:
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:
9. Anthony Patterson - Could leave
Patterson has regularly talked about his pride playing for his boyhood club and signed a new contract, which will run until 2028, last year. Still, there has been Premier League interest in the 24-year-old goalkeeper and a big offer could leave Sunderland with a decision to make. Photo: Frank Reid
Bass impressed on loan at League Two side AFC Wimbledon this season but is unlikely to receive many first-team opportunities at Sunderland. The 24-year-old has a year left on his Black Cats contract and would probably benefit from a move this summer. Photo: Frank Reid
Like Bass, Bishop appears unlikely to receive many first-team opportunities at Sunderland if Patterson stays at the club. The Black Cats won't actively be looking to move the 24-year-old on, yet he may want to pursue more regular game time at senior level. Photo: Frank Reid
The Portuguese striker signed a five-year contract at Sunderland last summer but struggled at Championship level during his first season at the club. A loan move would appear a logical step at this stage, while Sunderland will have to weigh up whether it’s best to send the 20-year-old abroad or keep him in the UK. Photo: Frank Reid