Sunderland are hopeful that Mukiele will be out of concussion protocols in time to feature in this game. Would be a massive boost if so.placeholder image
Sunderland are hopeful that Mukiele will be out of concussion protocols in time to feature in this game. Would be a massive boost if so. | Getty Images

The Sunderland and Chelsea team and injury news with three doubts and eight ruled out

Phil Smith
By Phil Smith

Sunderland AFC Writer

Published 7th Nov 2026, 10:00 GMT

Sunderland resume their Premier League campaign when they face Chelsea at the Stadium of Light on Sunday

Régis Le Bris and Xabi Alonso both have some key absentees and significant injury concerns ahead of Sunday’s crucial Premier League game.

Here’s the latest team news from both camps as we have it following the pre-match press conferences on Friday...

The versatile defender is another absentee for the visitors due to injury.

9. Jorrel Hato - out

The versatile defender is another absentee for the visitors due to injury. | Getty Images

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The Sunderland defender is out with a hamstring issue. Is making progress but not expected to be back in full training until December.

10. Dan Ballard - out

The Sunderland defender is out with a hamstring issue. Is making progress but not expected to be back in full training until December. | Getty Images

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Expected to be out until sometime around the festive period after undergoing surgery on a knee issue.

11. Romaine Mundle - out

Expected to be out until sometime around the festive period after undergoing surgery on a knee issue. | PA

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