Johnson is eyeing new additions during the month-long window, with attacking reinforcements believed to be top of his list.
The Black Cats have already been linked with a host of players, and this is how Sunderland’s team could look if the rumours are to be believed – scroll down to have a look:
1. GK: Lee Burge
The stopper has emerged as Sunderland's number one this term and that looks set to continue - with Lee Johnson unlikely to target a new goalkeeper during January. Photo: FRANK REID 2020
2. RB: Luke O'Nien
While Conor McLaughlin has performed well during his run in the side, O'Nien is likely to return to the line-up when he returns to full fitness given what he offers Sunderland in an attacking sense. Photo: FRANK REID 2020
3. CB: Bailey Wright
A regular in the Sunderland backline this season, Wright's run in the side doesn't look set to stop soon. And, with the Black Cats possessing plenty of depth at the back, it's unlikely Johnson will bring in any fresh competition for Wright during this window. Photo: Frank Reid
4. CB: Tom Flanagan
While Jordan Willis has now returned to fitness, and Dion Sanderson continues to impress, the second central spot in the back four seems to be Flanagan's - for now. Photo: FRANK REID 2019