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Sunderland full-back Phil Bardsley says it is vital that the club act quickly to replace Michael Turner and Titus Bramble.

Marseille are set to make a move for Sunderland's Marcos Angeleri as they search for defensive cover.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is preparing to hand midfielder Jordan Henderson a rest, whether he wants it or not.

Steve Bruce is without defensive pair Michael Turner and Titus Bramble for the clash with Wolves this weekend.

Kieran Richardson is hoping the side can continue their excellent run when they take on struggling Wolves on Saturday.

Sunderland centre-back Michael Turner looks set for at least two months on the sidelines with knee ligament damage.

Sunderland will be without centre half Titus Bramble until January at the earliest as he is to undergo surgery on his knee.

Kieran Richardson believes the side are on the verge of something special but warns his team-mates to keep their feet on the ground.

Despite being wanted by Sunderland on a full-time basis, Danny Welbeck is not committing his future to the club.

Sunderland skipper Lee Cattermole claims the fight back against Everton shows how far they have come as a side.

Sunderland have been hit with a double injury blow as Titus Bramble could be out for up to two months and Asamoah Gyan is also injured.

Steve Bruce believes his side could be on course to supply European football by the end of the season.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has to decide whether to throw Darren Bent back into the side for tonight's clash with Everton.

On-loan Sunderland star Nedum Onuoha says he would consider a permanent move if he isn't wanted back by Manchester City.

Lee Cattermole is hoping his displays in Sunderland's rise up the Premier League will push him into the England reckoning.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has backed club-record signing Asamoah Gyan to justify his £13m transfer fee as the season goes on.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce believes Jordan Henderson was used in the wrong way by England manager Fabio Capello.

Steve Bruce faces a striker dilemma this Monday as he has to decide which one to leave out with Darren Bent fit again.

Sunderland striker Darren Bent is expected to return to training this week and be in contention for the game with Evertron.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has slapped a £25m price tag on the head of Jordan Henderson in an effort to ward off would be suitors.

Sunderland keeper Craig Gordon is hoping he can oust Rangers number one Allan McGregor from his Scotland spot.

Sunderland's young midfielder Jordan Henderson is being closely monitored by both Manchester giants City and United.

Sunderland's man of the moment Jordan Henderson has said he will do all he can to stay in the England set up.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce was naturally delighted with the Black Cats' performance against Chelsea on Sunday.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has admitted a large bid for Jordan Henderson would be difficult to resist.

Sunderland will be without Darren Bent, John Mensah and Anton Ferdinand for the trip to Chelsea on Sunday.

After fighting his way back into the Sunderland side following injury keeper Craig Gordon says he is taking nothing for granted.

After winning a point at Spurs on Tuesday Michael Turner is looking for Sunderland to do the same at Chelsea on Sunday.

Ghana international Asamoah Gyan feels he is ready to produce the goods for the club despite finding first team opportunities rare.

Steve Bruce has defended his skipper Lee Cattermole following complaints that he should have been sent off against Spurs.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is anxiously awaiting the outcome of a scan on Anton Ferdinand's hamstring.

Sunderland have been dealt a blow with the news that Darren Bent will be out for up to three weeks with a hamstring injury.

Steve Bruce has warned the big guns in the Premier League that Spurs are on the verge of joining them at the top.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is almost certain to be without Darren Bent for tonight's clash at Tottenham.

Sunderland look set to be without John Mensah for an extended spell, after he suffered a shoulder injury against Stoke.

Steve Bruce admits Darren Bent looks set to miss out on Tuesday's clash with Tottenham due to a hamstring problem.

Steve Bruce says Sunderland owe their fans a big performance following last week's embarrassment at Newcastle.

Asamoah Gyan will return for Sunderland's clash with Stoke on Saturday, as Steve Bruce looks set to ring the changes.

Sunderland central-defender John Mensah says he will bide his time and be ready to take his opportunity when it comes.

Out of favour Sunderland striker David Healey has left the club and joined championship side Doncaster on loan.

Steve Bruce says he will keep a close eye on David Meyler's recovery and has no intention to rush him back after his serious injury.

Phil Bardsley's agent has dismissed speculation the defender could join Newcastle by insisting he wants to stay at Sunderland.

Michael Turner has urged his Sunderland team-mates to forget the 5-1 derby mauling at Newcastle and bounce back with a win over Stoke.

Sunderland will be boosted by midfielder David Meyler's earlier than expected return to action from a knee injury on Tuesday evening.

Sunderland chairman Niall Quinn has apologised for Sunday's 5-1 derby defeat to Newcastle United and vowed to put things right.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez claims Charles N'Zogbia should ignore the likes of Sunderland as he 'can reach another level' with him.

Steve Bruce has warned his Sunderland side they must produce an instant response to their 5-1 derby battering at Newcastle on Sunday.