The billionaire heir sealed his takeover a fortnight ago and the Black Cats are yet to lose since his appointment as chairman – and have only dropped points once, in the 2-2 draw at Crewe.
But where do the experts think Sunderland will finish after the takeover, and who are they tipping for promotion to the Championship?
So scroll down and click through the pages as we see where their unique formula is predicting Johnson’s men to finish come the end of the 2020/21 campaign:
1. 24th - Northampton Town
The Cobblers recently parted company with Keith Curle (above) in a bid to get themselves out of relegation dangers, but the experts don't think they'll be able to keep their heads above water this term. Predicted points total: 38 Photo: Pete Norton
2. 23rd - Rochdale
A side who have taken points from the Black Cats this term, Brian Barry-Murphy's side are being tipped to finish in the bottom four after some shaky results in recent weeks. Predicted points total: 42 Photo: Justin Setterfield
3. 22nd - Wigan Athletic
Even after a points deduction, the experts were still tipping Wigan to stay up for much of the season - but now believe they won't be able to retain their League One status. Predicted points total: 42 Photo: Alex Livesey
4. 21st - AFC Wimbledon
Comfortably beaten by Sunderland in January, the Dons dismissed manager Glyn Hodges as they look to climb away from relegation danger. The experts aren't too confident that will happen, though. Predicted points total: 45 Photo: Justin Setterfield