After the club’s promotion to the Championship, there were a number of players who left the club. Some, however, signed new deals whilst Sunderland set about their activity in the transfer market.
Here, we take a look at the 34 players the Black Cats were linked with during the summer window and what happened to the deals:
9. Cameron Archer
The attacking midfielder stayed at Aston Villa despite being linked with a loan move. Photo: BEN STANSALL
10. Robbie Brady
The former Burnley man signed for Preston North End on a free transfer Photo: Michael Regan
11. Jack Rudoni
After several bids from Sunderland, Jack Rudoni joined Huddersfield Town on a permanent deal Photo: Bryn Lennon
12. Dan Ballard
The defender signed for Sunderland from Arsenal on a permanent deal but is currently sidelined with a fractured foot. Photo: FRANK REID