With the arrivals of Patrick Roberts, Jack Clarke, Trai Hume, and Danny Batth, Sunderland have already bolstered their squad considerably this January.
But with just a few days left before the window slams shut, Lee Johnson’s men are still being linked with a couple of exciting swoops that would give them even greater strength in depth.
We’ve taken a look at how Sunderland could line up with a combination of their new signings and the players they are still being mentioned in relation to...
1. GK: Ron-Thorben Hoffmann
The Bayern Munich loanee has impressed during his time on Wearside, and remains the Black Cats’ first choice between the sticks. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
2. RB: Bailey Wright
Wright will be one of a number of players Lee Johnson can utilise at right-back, with new signing Trai Hume also waiting in the wings. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)
3. CB: Callum Doyle
The teenager has shown himself to be a hugely precocious talent during his stint in the north east. (Photo by Alex Burstow/Getty Images)
4. CB: Danny Batth
Batth made his debut in the recent 1-0 win over Portsmouth, and looked every inch the defensive general Sunderland have been crying out for. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)