Sunderland could be set for a busy end to the transfer window with several incoming and outgoing deals expected before the deadline passes.
The Black Cats are in action tomorrow in the Championship against Portsmouth as Régis Le Bris looks to make it four wins out of four in the league at Fratton Park.
Here, we take a look at how Le Bris’ dream starting XI and squad could look if today’s transfer rumours turn out to be true:
17. SUB: Alan Browne
Sunderland have signed Alan Browne after his contract at Preston North End expired this summer. The midfielder looks like he will be a shrewd addition, adding experience and know-how to the Black Cats' midfield. | Ian Horrocks
18. SUB: Salis Abdul Samed
Sunderland are said to be in talks regarding a loan deal for the Lens defensive midfielder | Getty Images
19. SUB: Abdoullah Ba
The 20-year-old signed a five-year deal at Sunderland when he joined the club from French side Le Havre in 2022. Ba made 36 Championship appearances last season. Photo: Nigel Roddis
20. SUB: Aji Alese
The 23-year-old defender has missed large parts of this season due to injury but recently signed a contract extension with the club but is now injured Photo: Frank Reid