Sunderland have handed Anthony Patterson the opportunity to prove himself in the Championship and the young stopper has delivered. Meanwhile, Daniel Iverson has failed to break into Leicester’s starting XI in the Premier League. However, The Foxes are rumoured to be interested in a swap deal. It could be an avenue both clubs explore.Sunderland have handed Anthony Patterson the opportunity to prove himself in the Championship and the young stopper has delivered. Meanwhile, Daniel Iverson has failed to break into Leicester’s starting XI in the Premier League. However, The Foxes are rumoured to be interested in a swap deal. It could be an avenue both clubs explore.
Sunderland have handed Anthony Patterson the opportunity to prove himself in the Championship and the young stopper has delivered. Meanwhile, Daniel Iverson has failed to break into Leicester’s starting XI in the Premier League. However, The Foxes are rumoured to be interested in a swap deal. It could be an avenue both clubs explore.

Sunderland transfers: Nine ex-targets Kristjaan Speakman could revisit and eight he won’t - photo gallery

Sunderland’s hierarchy are eyeing additions during the summer transfer window after the Black Cats drew 4-4 with Hull City on Good Friday.

The Black Cats are in the market for a striker or two after the serious injury to Ross Stewart this season, whilst Tony Mowbray could also do with cover and competition for midfielder Corry Evans, who was also ruled out for the rest of the season.

Here, we take a look at some past Sunderland transfer targets and explore whether or not sporting director Kristjaan Speakman and head of recruitment Stuart Harvey could possibly revive their interest.