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Another week has passed without Sunderland making a signing, so what's the latest on the transfer front at the Stadium of Light? How many signings do we think will arrive? And when can the Black Cats expect to make a breakthrough? We reflect on the win over Lens last week, look ahead to the final pre-season friendly at Rennes and predict the starting XI at Ipswich in the first Premier League game of the season. 🚨 SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE FOR JUST £6 FOR SIX MONTHS OR £39 FOR THE FULL YEAR HERE FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

Sunderland are continuing to push for more signings, with Thomas Meunier so far the only new recruit this summer. The Black Cats clearly want and need more through the door, but we discuss why there's no need to panic at this stage.  We assess the players Sunderland want, the areas that will be strengthened and talk about the future of several figures in Regis Le Bris' squad. 🚨 SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE FOR JUST £6 FOR SIX MONTHS OR £39 FOR THE FULL YEAR HERE FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

Sunderland's pre-season started with a comfortable win at York City, with the squad then heading out to the USA for their summer tour. Regis Le Bris has named a 26-man squad for the trip, with some of the internationals set to join this weekend. So what have we learnt in the past week about Sunderland's team and transfer plans? 🚨 SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE FOR JUST £6 FOR SIX MONTHS OR £39 FOR THE FULL YEAR HERE FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

Sunderland are up and running in the transfer window with the capture of Thomas Meunier. We discuss the arrival of the experienced Belgian defender, and also assess Sunderland's next move in the market. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

Granit Xhaka is going nowhere! We react to developments in the last week and discuss the events that led to the captain's Sunderland decision. We also reflect on the arrival of Jose Fonte, Eliezer Mayenda's exit and assess the state of play in the transfer market. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

Granit Xhaka's Sunderland future has been plunged into doubt after Chelsea's interest in the captain emerged. So what happens next? Scott Wilson and Dom Shaw discuss at length. 🚨 SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE FOR JUST £3 FOR THREE MONTHS OR £39 FOR THE FULL YEAR HERE FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

We were at the Stadium of Light this week to sit down with Sunderland director of football Florent Ghisolfi and interim chief executive Tom Burwell. We discuss what came out of the interviews, including Sunderland's summer transfer strategy, stance on exits, financial position and much more. 🚨 SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE FOR JUST £3 FOR THREE MONTHS OR £39 FOR THE FULL YEAR HERE. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

Sunderland remain in discussions with Lutsharel Geertruida's representatives over a permanent move for the defender. But with other clubs interested and with Geertruida now away at the World Cup, what happens next? We discuss the Dutchman and also assess the other talking points to come out of the retained list this week. And we discuss Sunderland's strategy when it comes to incomings this summer.  FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

Sunderland are preparing for the summer transfer window after their stunning first campaign back in the Premier League. Regis Le Bris' squad will be strengthened by new recruits this summer, but what about exits? Dom and Scott run through the squad and discuss potential departures. 🚨 TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR JUST £4 TO GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

What a day. What a season. What a side. What a manager. The dust has now settled on one of the great days and occasions at the Stadium of Light. We reflect on the brilliant win over Chelsea and look back on what has been a remarkable campaign. And we take an early look ahead at next season's Europa League campaign and discuss what qualification means for the summer transfer planning. 🚨 TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO TO GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

Europe is on for Sunderland! Beat Chelsea on the final day and the Black Cats could well have secured their place in the UEFA Conference League or Europa League next season. We look ahead to this weekend and discuss what Sunderland need - and why we're confident it will work out. We also reflect on the win over Everton and numerous talking points to come from the success at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. 🚨 TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO TO GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

We talk transfers in our latest episode as we look ahead to the summer transfer window and the players who are likely to leave Sunderland. We also look back on the draw with Wolves and discuss Dan Ballard's sending off, and preview the visit of Manchester United this weekend. 🚨 SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO TO GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE FOR JUST £5 HERE. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

Sunderland head to Wolves this weekend looking to bounce back after the Nottingham Forest disaster last time out. We reflect on that heavy defeat and discuss why the trip to Molineux will tell us an awful lot about the Black Cats and what happens next. We also discuss Nordi Mukiele's response to fans and look ahead to the summer transfer window. 🚨 SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO TO GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

Sunderland host Nottingham Forest on Friday night knowing a win will lift them joint seventh in the Premier League table. We look ahead to that game, and also discuss the report this week claiming Regis Le Bris' job could be at risk this summer if the Black Cats fail to qualify for Europe. We discuss Sunderland's stance and how Le Bris reacted to the claims. 🚨 TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO TO GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

Sunderland are bang in the hunt for European football after their win over Tottenham. We reflect on Sunday's success and assess the battle for the European places. We also discuss Regis Le Bris' success this season, Luke O'Nien, Chris Rigg and the shocking racist abuse aimed at Brian Brobbey. 🚨 TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO TO GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

We were delighted to be joined by Roker Report's Gav Henderson for our latest episode. Dom and Gav take another look back at the derby win, even if we're a fortnight on and look ahead to the Premier League run-in. And we also talk at length about last week's exit of chief business officer David Bruce. 🚨 TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO TO GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

What a day. What an occasion. What a win. What a performance. We relive Sunderland's glorious Tyne-Wear derby win at Newcastle and discuss all the big talking points to come out of the game. 🚨 TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO TO GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE  FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

The derby is very nearly upon us. Sunderland head for St James' Park this weekend looking to do the double over Newcastle United. So where will the game be won and lost? Who plays and what happens if Dan Ballard misses out? Who plays on the right flank? What would defeat mean for both sides? What does the future hold for Bertrand Traore? And how will Sunday's game play out? We discuss all of the above in our preview. 🚨 TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO TO GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial

Sunderland have reached the 40-point mark! We reflect on the win at Leeds on Tuesday night and discuss the big talking points to come from the game. We run through the latest injury news and preview this weekend's FA Cup trip to Port Vale. 🚨 TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO TO GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial 

Sunderland have lost three Premier League games on the bounce for the first time this season, so what does that mean for the Black Cats and the remainder of the campaign? We reflect on the defeat to Fulham and the talking points to come from the game. We look ahead to Bournemouth and Sunderland's summer transfer needs. And we discuss the vile racist abuse aimed at Romaine Mundle over the weekend. 🚨 SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR JUST £5 FOR FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

We discuss Kristjaan Speakman's time at Sunderland, his exit and legacy in our latest episode. We also reflect on the weekend FA Cup victory over Oxford United and look ahead to this week's visit of Fulham in the Premier League. 🚨 SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR JUST £5 FOR FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

We say farewell to Dan Neil in our latest episode as we reflect on the midfielder's Sunderland exit and Ipswich move. We also look back on the West Ham defeat and discuss Granit Xhaka's absence. How should Regis Le Bris replace the captain for Monday's game against Burnley? And we look ahead to the final days of the window and discuss what to expect on Wearside. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

We reflect on the Crystal Palace win and look ahead to the trip to West Ham in our latest video. We also discuss transfers and the various speculation linking clubs with Sunderland players over the past week or so. Wilson Isidor, Noah Sadiki and Romaine Mundle are all said to be interesting other clubs - so what is Sunderland's stance? FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

There's loads to go at in our latest We Are Sunderland Briefing. Scott and Dom reflect on the FA Cup win at Everton and discuss the many talking points to emerge from the penalty shoot-out success. We talk Enzo Le Fee and Sunderland's prospects of WINNING the FA Cup this season. We also bring you the latest on transfers, with updates on Jhon Lucumi, Dan Neil, Romaine Mundle and Luke O'Nien. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

Sunderland suffered their joint heaviest defeat of the season when they went down 3-0 at Brentford. We reflect on that game and discuss Enzo Le Fee's penalty. We also talk transfers, discussing Sunderland's stance on incomings this month and the latest on potential exits. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

Sunderland kick-off the New Year with a home game against Manchester City on Thursday night. We preview that game and also look ahead to the January transfer window and focus on potential exits - both loan and permanent.  We also assess how Sunderland are faring in the absence of their AFCON stars. 🚨 GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE AT THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR JUST £6 FOR SIX MONTHS OR £26 THAT WILL SEE YOU THROUGH TO THE END OF 2026 HERE. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

Still basking in the glow of a derby victory? We reflect on Sunday's Wear-Tyne derby win over Newcastle and discuss all the talking points to emerge from the game.  We also look ahead to the coming games and how the Black Cats will deal with the absence of their AFCON stars. 🚨 GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE AT THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR JUST £6 FOR SIX MONTHS OR £26 THAT WILL SEE YOU THROUGH TO THE END OF 2026 HERE.  FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

The Wear-Tyne derby is just a couple of days away. We preview Sunderland vs Newcastle, and discuss: Where the game will be won and lost What Sunderland will take from Newcastle's midweek Champions League game Regis Le Bris' team selection dilemma The strongest combined XI of both sides 🚨 GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE AT THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR JUST £6 FOR SIX MONTHS OR £26 THAT WILL SEE YOU THROUGH TO THE END OF 2026 HERE. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

We reflect on the midweek draw at Liverpool and preview the Manchester City game in our latest episode. We discuss the brilliance of Reinildo, the Xhaka and Sadiki suspension situation and reflect on Luke O'Nien's Premier League debut. 🚨 GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE AT THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR JUST £6 FOR SIX MONTHS OR £26 THAT WILL SEE YOU THROUGH TO THE END OF 2026 HERE. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

Sunderland need to pick themselves up after the disappointing defeat at Craven Cottage. We pick the bones out of the loss at Fulham and look ahead to the visit of Bournemouth this weekend. And we also discuss the interesting decisions facing Regis Le Bris - in the short and long term. 🚨 GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE AT THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR JUST £6 FOR SIX MONTHS OR £26 THAT WILL SEE YOU THROUGH TO THE END OF 2026 HERE. 🚨 WIN TICKETS FOR SUNDERLAND VS BOURNEMOUTH HERE. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

The African Cup of Nations is fast approaching when Sunderland are set to lose a number of key players. How will the Black Cats cope? We run through how the starting XI will look. We also talk January, Granit Xhaka and those bizarre Juventus links and look ahead to this weekend's trip to Fulham. 🚨 GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE AT THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR JUST £6 FOR SIX MONTHS OR £26 THAT WILL SEE YOU THROUGH TO THE END OF 2026 HERE.  FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

Sunderland continued their superb start to the Premier League season with a draw against leaders Arsenal - and Mikel Arteta was complimentary about the Black Cats afterwards. We reflect on the game, Arteta's comments and the performances of Granit Xhaka, Dan Ballard and Brian Brobbey. And we have an early look ahead to next month's Wear-Tyne derby... 🚨 GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE AT THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR JUST £4 HERE FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

Is Granit Xhaka currently the best midfielder in the Premier League? It's a big claim but Scott Wilson argues there's certainly a debate to be had. What's not in question is Xhaka's influence on the Black Cats after his equaliser secured Regis Le Bris' side a point against Everton. We reflect on that game and also discuss Kyril Louis-Dreyfus' Sky interview. And we look ahead to this weekend's game against Arsenal. 🚨 GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE AT THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR JUST £4 HERE FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

Sunderland will have Premier League rivals looking on with regret and envy after their superb start to the season. We discuss why in our latest video as we reflect on the weekend win over Wolves and preview the challenges to come. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

Sunderland return to Premier League action against Wolves this weekend. We bring you the latest from Regis Le Bris' press conference ahead of the game, including injury updates on Noah Sadiki and Omar Alderete and how the Black Cats might line up. We also discuss the Sunderland exit of Stuart Harvey. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

We reflect on Sunderland's season so far as we enter the October international break. We discuss: The two big things we've learnt about the Black Cats in the Premier League The new signings The challenges to come and how Sunderland will approach AFCON  And we also have an early look ahead to the January transfer window. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO TO GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE:  FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun / @domshawecho / @scottwilsonecho Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.thenorthernecho.co.uk / www.wearesunderland.com

Have Sunderland ever gone to Old Trafford to face Manchester United with such belief and confidence? We preview Saturday's game, reflect on the win at Nottingham Forest and discuss the numerous talking points to come out of Regis Le Bris' press conference, including Robin Roefs, Granit Xhaka and the club's behind the scenes "upgrade". TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTHERN ECHO TO GET FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

Sunderland continued their excellent start to the Premier League season with a 1-1 draw against Aston Villa - and one prominent pundit has already admitted he got the Black Cats wrong. We reflect on the draw over Villa and discuss how Regis Le Bris will deal with the absence of the suspended Reinildo. We also look ahead to the coming trips to Nottingham Forest and Manchester United. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFER AND SIGN UP TO THE NORTHERN ECHO FOR FULL ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR SUNDERLAND COVERAGE HERE. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.thenorthernecho.co.uk / www.wearesunderland.com

Sunderland continued their impressive start to the Premier League season with a hard-fought 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace. We reflect on that game and the impressive summer signings who are perhaps going under the radar. We also preview Sunday's game against Aston Villa. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

Sunderland are preparing to return to Premier League action after the international break and the next spell of games will be very revealing, for rwo reasons. We discuss what we'll learn from the coming run and also analyse Alan Browne's comments this week after he left to join Middlesbrough on loan. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

It was an eventful end to a hugely exciting summer transfer window for Sunderland. Now the dust has settled, we reflect on deadline day and the transfer window as a whole. And we tell you what came out of our sit down chat with Kristjaan Speakman at the Academy of Light this week. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.northernecho.co.uk / www.wearesunderland.com

We reflect on two Sunderland defeats in our latest episode, looking back on the losses to Burnley and Huddersfield. And we look ahead to the final days of the transfer window. What do we expect to happen as Sunderland look to put the finishing touches to their summer work and continue their efforts to offload some players. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.northernecho.co.uk / www.wearesunderland.com

What a start for Sunderland! We reflect on a memorable day after the Black Cats' emphatic success against West Ham. What were the main takeaways from the game? What did we learn? What are Sunderland capable of this season? And on the transfer front, who is next through the door? We discuss Sunderland's plans for the final stages of the window. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.northernecho.co.uk / www.wearesunderland.com

Dom Shaw is joined by Nick Barnes to preview the Premier League season. We look ahead to Sunderland's opener against West Ham this weekend, and also reflect on a busy summer of incomings. Who will turn out to be the best signing? And what do Sunderland still want to do before the end of the transfer window? FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.northernecho.co.uk / www.wearesunderland.com

It's been another busy week on Wearside, with signings, further transfer developments and the first friendly of the summer. We reflect on Sunderland's latest moves in the transfer market and discuss their pursuit of former Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka. And we assess the talking points to come of the first pre-season friendly of the summer against South Shields. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

Reinildo Mandava is Sunderland's latest new recruit, and he'll soon be followed by Chemsdine Talbi - then what comes next? That's what we discuss in our latest We Are Sunderland briefing, as we also assess the profile of Sunderland's new recruits. What's the latest on the goalkeeper front? Will Sunderland sign an out-and-out striker or a versatile forward? And we also look ahead to this weekend's pre-season friendly double header against South Shields and Gateshead. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

Sunderland's bold and exciting summer transfer window is showing no signs of slowing down. After the arrival of Habib Diarra and with Reinildo set to follow, the Black Cats are now on the verge of signing Noah Sadiki. So what's the thinking behind Sunderland's transfer strategy? What and who comes next? And who will leave in the coming weeks, with a mass exodos imminent. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

It's been a fascinating week on Wearside, with several players linked with a move to Sunderland this summer. While some are pure speculation, what do the links tell us about Sunderland's transfer approach? We discuss Sunderland's "hard-headed" strategy, the importance of a major new off the pitch partnership and the imminent arrival of Florent Ghisolfi. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

We can start planning for the year ahead after Sunderland discovered their Premier League fixture list this week. So where are the opportunities and dangers in the schedule? And what did we learn from Kristjaan Speakman's transfer update this week? FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com

We discuss what came out of our chat with Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman last week, including: Sunderland's summer transfer plan Dan Neil contract latest Regis Le Bris' backroom team How the Black Cats will approach their Premier League return. We also discuss Jobe Bellingham's exit, reflecting on the midfielder's time on Wearside and looking ahead to what the future might hold for the teenager. FOLLOW: X: @WeAreSunlun Facebook: WeAreSunderlandOfficial Instagram: we.are.sunderland TikTok: wearesunderland Website: www.wearesunderland.com