The free agent defenders Sunderland could sign before the transfer window closesThe free agent defenders Sunderland could sign before the transfer window closes
The free agent defenders Sunderland could sign before the transfer window closes

The free agent defenders Sunderland AFC could sign after Arbenit Xhemajli's injury blow

Sunderland are in the market for defensive reinforcements – and could turn their eyes to the free agent market as they look to bolster their ranks.

Phil Parkinson is keen to add at least one more defender to his ranks before the October 16 deadlines, and that number could increase after an injury to Arbenit Xhemajli on international duty.

So who could be available in the free agent market? Scroll down and click through the pages as we take a look at the players Sunderland could consider: