Chris Rigg started his first league start of the season at the Stadium of Light on Sunday as the Black Cats raced into a 3-0 lead at half-time after goals from Dennis Cirkin, Eliezer Mayenda and Luke O’Nien. Mayenda then netted his second and Sunderland’s fourth seconds into the second half.
Regis Le Bris made one change to his Sunderland team to face Sheffield Wednesday, with Rigg replacing Alan Browne. The Irishman misses out due to a muscle injury but it’s understood that the problem is not serious and is unlikely to keep him sidelined for a significant period. At this stage, he’s expected to be fit to face Burnley at the Stadium of Light next weekend.
The win against Sheffield Wednesday marked Sunderland’s second of the Championship season in as many games after Le Bris side bettered Cardiff City 2-0 on the opening day of the season. Despite their winning start, however, the Black Cats are still hoping to conclude some transfer business this window.
Here, we take a look at how Le Bris’ dream starting XI and squad could look if Jack Clarke decides to stay and Sunderland secure their preferred striker options this summer:
9. LW: Wilson Isidor
Sunderland have completed the loan addition of Wilson Isidor. The Zenit St Petersburg forward has joined until the end of the current campaign, with the Black Cats holding the option to make the transfer permanent next summer. | APA/AFP via Getty Images Photo: Getty
10. CAM: Chris Rigg
Chris Rigg signed his first professional contract with Sunderland this summer. Photo: Frank Reid
11. ST: David Datro Fofana
Chelsea striker David Datro Fofana has been linked with a loan move to Sunderland. | Getty Images
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12. SUB: Blondy Nna Noukeu
The former Stoke City man has signed a contract at Sunderland after a successful trial period. | Getty Images