Sunderland have made three new signings during this summer’s transfer window – with the club still looking to strengthen.
The Black Cats have added midfielder Alan Browne, winger Ian Poveda and goalkeeper Simon Moore to their squad on free transfers, while they are also looking to negotiate contracts with some of their key players.
Sunderland have agreed a first professional contract with teenager Chris Rigg, while defender Dan Ballard has signed a contract extension on Wearside. The Black Cats have also offered a new contract to Dan Neil, while other members of the squad are heading into the final year of their deals.
Here’s a list of Sunderland’s senior players and when their deals are set to expire:
13. Chris Rigg - Summer of 2027
After turning 17 in June, Rigg was able to sign his first professional contract with Sunderland. There has been interest in the teenager from several top-flight clubs, yet the chance to play first-team football was a big factor in him deciding to stay on Wearside. Photo: Frank Reid
14. Alan Browne - Summer of 2027
Experienced midfielder Browne turned down a new deal at Preston to join Sunderland. The 29-year-old has signed a three-year contract at the Stadium of Light. Photo: Ben Roberts Photo
15. Aji Alese - Summer of 2027
The 23-year-old defender missed large parts of the 2023/24 campaign due to injury but recently signed a contract extension with the club. Photo: Frank Reid
16. Trai Hume - Summer of 2027
After a breakthrough 2022/23 season, Hume, 22, signed a contract extension at Sunderland in June last year, with his deal now running until the summer of 2027. Photo: Frank Reid