Sunderland count injuries as Xhaka nears return
Ex-academy coach Mark McCormick recalls ‘utter chaos’ during 2017-18 as Sunderland fell to League One, prompting his exit despite a three-year deal, while praising the club’s fanbase and stature.
Sunderland and Leeds are linked with Charleroi’s Yacine Titraoui. The 22-year-old has 4 goals and 2 assists in 31 appearances in 2025-26. A fee of around £7m is touted, with Paradou owed a 25% sell-on.
Le Bris weighs recalling Granit Xhaka as injury-hit Sunderland visit Bournemouth. Brobbey doubtful, with Mukiele and Ta Bi concerns. Predicted XI includes Roefs, Geertruida, Ballard, Alderete, Hume and Isidor.
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Sunderland are linked with AC Milan striker Santiago Gimenez, with West Ham also keen. The 24-year-old has been sidelined since October with an ankle injury, has scored 7 goals in 30 matches for Milan, and could cost at least £22m.
Enzo Le Fée hails Le Bris for reviving his form at Sunderland after a “sad” Roma spell. Thriving as a No 8 and creating chances despite low possession, he targets securing Premier League survival.
Le Bris confirms injuries: Mukiele and Brobbey out 2-4 weeks and miss Leeds, Cirkin and Reinildo sidelined, Mundle and Ta Bi may need surgery. Xhaka returns to the squad, Bertrand Traoré close to a comeback before Bournemouth.
