Sunderland: March 2010 Archives

Sunderland defender Phil Bardsley says he will have to consider his future in the summer as he struggles for regular action.

Nottingham Forest face strong competition from Sunderland in the race to sign Swansea midfielder Darren Pratley.

Bolo Zenden says Sunderland have got what it takes to finish in the top 10 but there can be no repeats of Sunday.

Steve Bruce admits he would be forced to listen to offers for Liverpool target Kenwyne Jones if they bid £15m for the Sunderland ace.

Sunderland are reported to be lining up a £10million swoop for Tottenham duo David Bentley and Jamie O'Hara.

Fernando Torres' brace and Glen Johnson scored as Liverpool kept alive their top-four ambitions with a 3-0 win against Sunderland.

Sunderland have doubts over John Mensah and Kenwyne Jones ahead of the trip to Liverpool on Saturday.

Matt Taylor is being linked with a move away from Bolton with Sunderland and Birmingham said to be keen.

Steve Bruce says Sunderland need one more win and believes 38 points will be enough to keep them in the Premier League.

Watford have secured a loan deal for 18-year-old Sunderland striker Ryan Noble ahead of today's deadline.

Aston Villa were held to a 1-1 draw by battling Sunderland on a night of frustration at Villa Park

Midfielder Cristian Riveros' agent has revealed the Paraguay star is close to agreeing a move to Sunderland.

Sunderland captain Lorik Cana is available after suspension and could be joined in midfield by fit-again Lee Cattermole at Aston Villa.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has confirmed striker Darren Bent will be fit for Wednesday night's trip to Aston Villa.

Sunderland striker Daryl Murphy has said he wants to make his loan deal at Ipswich permanent in the summer.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is believed to be weighing up a £5million summer move for Spurs midfielder Jermaine Jenas.

Darren Bent scored two as Sunderland climbed further away from the relegation zone with a nervy win over Birmingham.

Kenwyne Jones is facing a battle to be fit for Sunderland's clash with Birmingham City this weekend after limping off against Man City.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has confirmed he is keen to sign on-loan defender Alan Hutton on a permanent deal.

Sunderland have received a major boost following the news Kenwyne Jones will be fit for the end of season run-in

Black Cats boss Steve Bruce is interested in signing Wigan striker Hugo Rodallega, according to reports.

Sunderland chief executive Steve Walton says the club may be interested in selling the naming rights to the Stadium of Light.

Teemu Tainio admits his future at Sunderland is in doubt and he hopes to shine at Birmingham now he is back to fitness.

Sunderland have been rocked by the news Kenwyne Jones is facing a month on the sidelines after picking up a muscle injury.

Sunderland are again being linked with a move for Aston Villa defender Habib Beye but face competition from Fulham.

Adam Johnson's superb 90th minute strike rescued Manchester City a deserved point in a 1-1 draw at Sunderland.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is reportedly planning a summer raid on former club Wigan for keeper Chris Kirkland.

Steve Bruce can expect money to spend this summer to strengthen his squad despite Sunderland recording losses of £26m.

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

Sunderland chairman Niall Quinn insists Steve Bruce will still be manager at the club even if they are relegated this season.

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 claims England coach Fabio Capello 'can't ignore' Sunderland striker Darren Bent's 'incredible' scoring record.

Sunderland are keeping tabs on Kevin Doyle at Wolves and could be lining up a summer swoop for the striker.

A second half Darren Bent hat-trick helped Sunderland to a 4-0 win over relegation rivals Bolton at the Stadium of Light.

Kieran Richardson and Lee Cattermole are both struggling to be fit for Sunderland's crucial clash with Bolton tonight.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce says Steed Malbranque is in the squad to face Bolton despite being disciplined by the club.

Sunderland are lining up a swoop for Tottenham midfielder Jamie O'Hara if they win their battle to beat the drop.

Chairman Niall Quinn says Sunderland will give Steve Bruce the opportunity to turn things around at the Stadium of Light.

Sunderland could resurrect their interest in Habib Beye after the defender revealed he could quit Aston Villa in the summer.

Sunderland chief Steve Bruce has told Leicester City to forget about trying to sign loan striker Martyn Waghorn on a permanent basis.

Sunderland midfielder Steed Malbranque looks to be heading for the exit door after falling out of favour with Steve Bruce.

Steve Bruce has the full support of Sunderland officials and will stay in charge even if the club are relegated, reports claim.

Steve Bruce has backed Sunderland midfielder Lee Cattermole to recapture his early season form despite a poor display against Fulham.

Steve Bruce says he should be taking the blame for Sunderland's poor run of form after their 0-0 draw with Fulham on Sunday.

Sunderland defender Phil Bardsley says he will have to consider his future in the summer as he struggles for regular action.

Nottingham Forest face strong competition from Sunderland in the race to sign Swansea midfielder Darren Pratley.

Bolo Zenden says Sunderland have got what it takes to finish in the top 10 but there can be no repeats of Sunday.

Steve Bruce admits he would be forced to listen to offers for Liverpool target Kenwyne Jones if they bid £15m for the Sunderland ace.

Sunderland are reported to be lining up a £10million swoop for Tottenham duo David Bentley and Jamie O'Hara.

Fernando Torres' brace and Glen Johnson scored as Liverpool kept alive their top-four ambitions with a 3-0 win against Sunderland.

Sunderland have doubts over John Mensah and Kenwyne Jones ahead of the trip to Liverpool on Saturday.

Matt Taylor is being linked with a move away from Bolton with Sunderland and Birmingham said to be keen.

Steve Bruce says Sunderland need one more win and believes 38 points will be enough to keep them in the Premier League.

Watford have secured a loan deal for 18-year-old Sunderland striker Ryan Noble ahead of today's deadline.

Aston Villa were held to a 1-1 draw by battling Sunderland on a night of frustration at Villa Park

Midfielder Cristian Riveros' agent has revealed the Paraguay star is close to agreeing a move to Sunderland.