And with the transfer window now officially open, speculation is rife as to who the Black Cats could sign during the window.
Indeed, Sunderland will likely look to strengthen in attacking areas if Aiden McGeady and Charlie Wyke reject their offers to stay on Wearside beyond the summer.
Here, we take a look at the free agent options available to Lee Johnson during the window as Sunderland target promotion next campaign.
Here, we take a look at the free agent options available to Lee Johnson during the window as Sunderland target promotion next campaign.
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