The Black Cats will be in the market for a host of new arrivals if they can gain promotion, so we’ve rounded-up 13 of the best Championship players set to see their contracts expire this summer.
Scroll down and click through the pages to see who could be on Sunderland’s radar this summer:
5. Joe Garner
Another player on the books of Wigan Athletic, Garner is a proven quantity in the Championship and could add some extra bite and steel to the Black Cats' forward line. Photo: Alex Burstow
6. Jacques Maghoma
With an eye for goal and plenty of creativity in his locker, Birmingham City man Jacques Maghoma could be perfect for Sunderland in their new-look system. Photo: Nathan Stirk
7. Jordan Obita
An attack-minded full-back, Obita is yet to be tied down to a new deal at the Madjeski Stadium and could prove a good option for the Black Cats on the left flank. Photo: Catherine Ivill
8. LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 13: Albie Morgan of Charlton Athletic misses his penalty during the penalty shoot out of the Carabao Cup First Round match between Charlton Athletic and Forest Green Rovers at The Valley on August 13, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by James Chance/Getty Images)
Highly-rated by Charlton Athletic, Morgan is out of contract in this summer and may be eyeing a move to gain regular first-time football. With plenty of energy, the midfielder could appeal to Sunderland. Photo: James Chance