Regis Le Bris' side entered the round of 16 of the League Cup after a narrow victory against high-flying Hull City at the Stadium of Light. A tight affair saw the Black Cats the victors when a quick counter attack found Chemsdine Talbi in behind and with work to do but he brilliantly lobbed the keeper to see Sunderland progress into the next round. The Lads went into the game on the back of two games unbeaten in the Premier League. Last time out at the Stadium of Light they clinched victory...

Is Igor Paixao Sunderland’s new winger? Sunderland have been heavily linked with Brazilian winger Igor Paixao. The Marseille winger has reportedly agreed terms on Wearside, but so far the clubs are yet to agree on a transfer fee with two bids already being rejected. The 26-year-old is seen as an alternative to target Geny Catamo, who Sunderland have made several bids on but failed to find an agreement. Paixao made 30 appearances in Ligue 1, scoring six and assisting five. While in the...

Sunderland linked with former English Superstar. Sunderland have submitted an offer for English international Jack Grealish from Manchester City The offer would see Sunderland cover part of his salary in a loan for the 30-year-old who seems to be out of favour of the new boss Enzo Maresca. It would include the possibility of a permanent move next summer. Grealish spent last season on loan at Everton making 22 appearances, assisting six and scoring two before sustaining a stress fracture...