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:
25. SUB: Eliezer Mayenda
The 19-year-old striker joined Sunderland from French side Sochaux on a five-year deal last year. Mayenda then signed for SPL side Hibernian in January. The forward netted two goals for Sunderland in the Championship against Sheffield Wednesday earlier this season. Photo: Frank Reid
26. SUB: Ahmed Abdullahi
Sunderland have been linked with a move to sign the Gent striker. | BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images