Sunderland are closing in on the signing of Jayden Danns, with Tommy Watson also looking likely to stay at the club.
Danns is expected to join on loan until the end of the season from Liverpool. The 19-year-old has made three senior appearances so far this season. All being well, he’ll have a medical today and sign ahead of the window closing at 11pm.
Watson made the trip to Brighton earlier in the day but it appears Sunderland have rebuffed the Premier League club’s offers after not being able to sign a replacement.
With that in mind and for a little bit of fun, we take a look at how Le Bris’ starting XI and subs bench if the recent transfer rumours turn out to be true:
21. Potential substitute: Harrison Jones
The homegrown midfielder has formed part of Le Bris' squad this season but could also go out on loan in January. | Getty Images
22. Potential substitute: Milan Aleksic
The Serbian midfielder has started to feature under Le Bris as the season wears on after signing for the club in the summer. | Getty Images
23. Potential substitute: Romaine Mundle
The Sunderland winger was in electric form before suffering an unfortunate muscle injury. He is expected back before the season ends. | Bradley Collyer/PA Wire
24. Potential substitute: Chris Rigg
The youngster has been in fine form for Sunderland this season but now faces intense competition for places. | Chris Rigg vs Norwich City. Photo by Chris Fryatt.