Sunderland have confirmed their initial squad for the United States, with Anthony Patterson included and several academy players handed opportunities

Thomas Meunier has signed a two-year Sunderland contract after leaving Lille, with the 34-year-old set to wear the number 12 shirt

Chris Rigg’s role will be one of the most revealing elements of Sunderland’s pre-season, with competition increasing across Régis Le Bris’ squad

Sunderland stood firm to keep Granit Xhaka after Chelsea’s failed pursuit of their talismanic captain

Eliezer Mayenda’s Sunderland future is under scrutiny amid fresh transfer claims and growing summer interest

Habib Diarra and Luke O’Nien came under scrutiny after the Aston Villa defeat, but Sunderland’s collective performance tells a bigger story

Long-serving Sunderland supporters raise concerns after being priced out of corporate packages and denied moves back to general admission seats.

Reports suggesting the Sunderland striker is set “to leave” have been dismissed, with no bid lodged and the club under no pressure to sell

Sunderland U21s book their place in the PL Cup final after a 4-2 win over Blackburn Rovers, with standout displays across the pitch

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Graeme Murty names strong side for Blackburn semi-final as Sunderland look to book place in Premier League Cup final

Sunderland could qualify for Europe just one season after promotion - but fans are split on whether it would help or hinder the club’s long-term progress

The data highlights Sunderland’s commitment to youth despite Premier League pressures following promotion

Growing momentum keeps Sunderland firmly in the European conversation with six games remaining

Sunderland goalkeeper addresses transfer speculation after standout season draws interest from top clubs

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Northumbria Police confirm enquiries after online comments emerge following Stadium of Light clash

Habib Diarra has not fully justified his £30million fee yet - but there is enough evidence to suggest Sunderland should stay patient

David Bruce helped rebuild the bond between Sunderland and its fans - but his exit underlines the club’s relentless drive for growth