Sunderland still have several players unavailable due to injury setbacks - but what could the squad look like when everyone is fit?
The Black Cats moved back up to sixth in the table with a 3-1 win over Birmingham before the international break, meaning they’ve taken seven points from their last three matches.
That is despite several long-term injuries, with some players stepping up their recoveries after months on the sidelines.
Here’s what Sunderland’s starting XI and bench could look like when everyone is available:
That is despite several long-term injuries, with some players stepping up their recoveries after months on the sidelines.