The Black Cats have had some fantastic midfielders over the years but who are the supporters' favourites? We asked fans on Twitter and Facebook to name their top seven and this is what you said:
5. Stefan Schwarz
The Sweden international was at Sunderland for four years between 1999-2003. Photo: Mark Thompson
6. Don Hutchinson
The midfielder netted eight goals for Sunderland during his short stay at the club before bagging a big-money move to West Ham. Photo: Jamie McDonald
7. Lee Cattermole
Lee Cattermole made several Sunderland fans' best-ever midfielders list on social media. Photo: Richard Heathcote
8. Alex Rae
The Scot played for Sunderland for five seasons making 114 league appearances. Photo: Nick Wilson
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