Here’s what Sunderland’s strongest starting XI and bench could look like now the window has closed - excluding players who are unavailable with longer-term injuries.
While Mowbray has said he expects the 18-year-old to come in and out of the side, Bellingham has started four successive league games and impressed following his move from Birmingham. Photo: Frank Reid
Burnley submitted multiple offers for the 22-year-old winger this summer but didn’t meet Sunderland’s valuation. Clarke scored nine league goals and provided 13 assists for the Black Cats last season. Photo: Chris Fryatt
The Ukrainian striker was a long-term target for Sunderland this summer. The Black Cats finally got a deal over the line for the 24-year-old on transfer deadline day. Photo: Catherine Ivill