From stoppers to strikers, a host of names were believed to be the subject of interest from Jack Ross and the club’s recruitment team over the summer months as they looked for new faces. But what really happened with them? Scroll down and click through the pages to see what really happened with these Sunderland transfer ‘targets’ during the summer trading period - and where they eventually ended up:
9. FREDDIE LADAPO
One of a host of strikers rumoured to be interesting the Black Cats, the prolific former Plymouth Argyle hitman was hot property this summer - with Rotherham eventually splashing the cash to seal his signature. Photo: Alex Burstow
10. LAWRENCE SHANKLAND
Shankland’s fine form at Ayr brought him to the attention of a number of Englsh sides, including Sunderland. The striker, though, chose to remain in Scotland with Dundee United - for whom he has quickly hit the goal trail. Photo: Steve Welsh
11. CURTIS NELSON
A proven quality in League One, Nelson was reportedly eyed by the Black Cats as a solution to their defensive woes. It was Cardiff though who eventually won the race for the former Oxford United centre back. Photo: Nathan Stirk
12. HARRY BROCKBANK
The young defender faced an uncertain future this summer as club Bolton were the subject of some real turbulence off the field. He remained loyal those, and will now look to help the Trotters build following their long-awaited takeover - having shunned interest from a number of clubs. Photo: Gareth Copley