Sunderland face injury worries and Europa League selection calls
Blackburn, managed by former Sunderland boss Tony Mowbray, are checking on winger Timur Tutierov as Sunderland explore a Championship loan in January.
On this day in 1992, Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka was born. The piece traces his early years in Basel, from Concordia Basel to FC Basel's academy.
Sunderland’s break has brought worry, not rest, with Dan Ballard and Brian Brobbey suffering hamstring injuries and uncertainty over captain Granit Xhaka’s availability.
Sunderland can replace injured Europa League players only under UEFA limits: one outfield player until matchday 6 if out for 60 days, with homegrown rules affecting Romaine Mundle’s replacement options.
Sunderland youngster Trey Ogunsuyi is drawing January loan interest from Luton, Bradford, Fleetwood and Dundee after five goals in four U21 games.
Manchester United are reportedly tracking Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey for January or 2027, but Sunderland are reluctant to sell the 24-year-old, who is contracted until 2029.
