Welcome to the Sunderland AFC live blog for Wednesday, January 10.
The Black Cats were knocked out of the FA Cup on Saturday to leave Chris Coleman with just Championship survival to concentrate on in the second half of the season. Cardiff are up next.
Sunderland are struggling at the bottom of the division and having lost top scorer Lewis Grabban, who was recalled by parent club Bournemouth, they need recruitment progress to try and re-invigorate a difficult season.
Chelsea's Jake Clarke-Salter became Coleman's first signing on Monday while Ben Woodburn's protracted loan move should also happen later in the window. We'll have the latest for you as the day goes on.
Join the Chronicle SAFC team for all the latest from the Stadium of Light throughout the day.
Billy Jones impressed by Clarke-Salter
The new boy has already made a good impression.
Saturday win would be huge
The Black Cats need wins and fast.
Morning - Why Clarke-Salter offers a new dimension
Good morning and welcome to today’s live blog.
Chris Coleman brought in his first signing this week and there is a lot of excitement about talented Chelsea youngster Jake Clarke-Salter.
Here, Stu Rayner explains why he offers the Black Cats a different dimension...