Sunderland will be without suspended skipper Lorik Cana for the Barclays Premier League clash with Manchester City.

Darren Bent has warned Sunderland against resting on their laurels despite finally winning in midweek.

Sunderland chairman Niall Quinn has promised Steve Bruce he will be given freedom to spend this summer.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has not ruled out Daryl Murphy and David Healy making permanent moves to Ipswich.

Sunderland have received a much-needed injury boost with the news Lee Cattermole should be fit to face Manchester City on Sunday.

Steve Bruce has been told he will keep his job even if Sunderland fail to win another game this season.

On-loan defender John Mensah has admitted he would like to sign a permanent deal at Sunderland.

Lorik Cana will miss Sunderland’s games against Man City and Birmingham after picking up his 10th booking of the season against Bolton.

Anton Ferdinand insists Darren Bent is doing everything he can to make England’s World Cup squad.

Sunderland striker Darren Bent praises team-mate Steed Malbranque for his role in Tuesday’s 4-0 win over Bolton.