The Black Cats have still won just twice under their new manager, and have slipped down to 15th in League One ahead of the trip to South Yorkshire. And fans have urged Parkinson to make no fewer than FOUR changes for the clash – scroll down and click through the pages to see the team supporters would name:
1. GK: Jon McLaughlin
McLaughlin made a string of crucial stops during the 0-0 draw with Bolton Wanderers, and 65% of fans want to see him retain his place in the side. Photo: FRANK REID
2. CB: Jordan Willis
Willis recovered from injury to return against the Trotters, and an overwhelming 54% of supporters have called for him to start once more in South Yorkshire. Photo: FRANK REID
3. CB: Alim Ozturk
41% of supporters have backed Ozturk to retain his place in the side after some impressive performances of late. Photo: Frank Reid
4. CB: Laurens De Bock
With Tom Flanagan likely to miss out through injury, Parkinson faces a tough call at the back - but 21% of Sunderland fans believe that the Leeds loanee should be given the nod in the back three. Photo: FRANK REID