Transfer news: Sunderland's next Championship opponents land Premier League loan deal

Sunderland's Championship rivals Ipswich Town have completed the loan signing of Jeremy Sarmiento from Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion. 

The Black Cats face Newcastle United in the FA Cup third round at the Stadium of Light on Saturday but will then return to league action against Ipswich Town away from home in the Championship seven days later.

However, Ipswich Town have already concluded a new signing after the January transfer window opened on January 1, with the 21-year-old, who can play in a variety of attacking positions signing for the club. The forward will be in contention to face Sunderland next week after spending the first half of the campaign with West Bromwich Albion, scoring twice in 20 Championship appearances 

“I’m very excited to be joining Ipswich at a time when they have been on a great run since winning promotion to the Championship,” Sarmiento said. “Ipswich were always there, after interest in the summer which didn’t quite work out, but I’m here now and I’m ready to do my best. 

“It’s happened quickly and smoothly and I’ve enjoyed my conversations with the Manager, which made it clear this is where I should play, so I’m excited to try and show him what I can do and earn minutes in a team which plays a style I think will suit me. 

“I am a direct player and like to get the fans on their feet with a bit of flair, which is a big side to my game, and I can’t wait to get started.”