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Boss awaits skipper's return
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is hoping Lee Cattermole's injury problems are now behind him as he resumes full training.
Defender injury assessed
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is hopeful that defender Nedum Onuoha will be back in action early next month after an injury scare.
Elmohamady prays for permanent deal
Sunderland's Ahmed Elmohamady is hoping for a new deal with the Black Cats when his contract runs out.
Boss lands Black Cats reward
Sunderland have rewarded manager Steve Bruce with a new contract to keep him at the Stadium of Light until at least 2014.
Bruce commits to Black Cats
Sunderland manager Steve Bruce has signed a new contract with the club that will keep him at the Stadium of Light till 2014
Keeper change likely
Simon Mignolet is on standby to replace Craig Gordon against Everton this weekend as Sunderland's number one is nursing a knee problem.
Midfielder on his way
Sunderland could be ready to sell Cristian Riveros to Brazilian giants Corinthians after he failed to settle in the Premier League.
Quinn warns over sales
Chief Niall Quinn has warned fans that they may have to sell the likes of Asamoah Gyan and Craig Gordon if gates do not improve.
Bruce's big decision dilemma
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce says he is facing a dilemma over whether to sign John Mensah on a permanent basis at the end of the season.
Boss eyes positive future
Steve Bruce believes he is the right man to steer Sunderland towards success and says he can handle the fans' expectations.
Black Cats to fight for star
Steve Bruce claims Jordan Henderson will be best served staying at Sunderland and says the club are determined to keep him.
Cats eye winger move
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce says a deal is in place to sign Egyptian star Ahmed Elmohamady on a permanent basis.
Midfielder looks for return boost
Sunderland's England midfielder Jordan Henderson is hoping to come back fit and raring to go in the clash at Everton next week.
Striker linked to Sunderland
Steve Bruce is being linked with a summer move for Spurs striker Roman Pavlyuchenko as he looks to add fire-power to his squad.
Keeper set for new deal
Steve Bruce is expected to open talks with keeper Craig Gordon about a new contract at the club when he returns from a short break.
New boys hailed by striker
Black Cats striker Asamoah Gyan has hailed the signing of Stephane Sessegnon as a masterstroke by Steve Bruce.
Goals costing us - Henderson
Jordan Henderson is looking for the side to tighten up at the back following the defeat to Spurs.
Keeper backed by boss
Steve Bruce has told keeper Craig Gordon he must stay positive if he is to get his confidence back for Sunderland.
TV debate pleases Quinn
Sunderland chairman Niall Quinn thinks his comments about illegal streaming of Premier League games have sparked a healthy debate.
Midfielder to miss out
Captain Lee Cattermole is again doubtful for Sunderland, as they prepare to host Tottenham, due to his ongoing back problem.
Return on cards for defender
Sunderland defender Michael Turner is stepping up his rehabilitation work and could return in the clash at Everton on February 26.
City defender may stay
Steve Bruce has been handed a boost after Nedum Onuoha gave a clear indication that he is willing to stay beyond the end of his loan.
Keeper set for new contract
Steve Bruce is ready to open contract negotiations with keeper Craig Gordon in an effort to secure his future at the club.
Sulley looks to Spurs clash
Sulley Muntari is optimistic about the Black Cats future and still believes they can reach Europe at the end of the season.
All players have a price - Bruce
Steve Bruce has admitted that every player has his price after losing striker Darren Bent to Aston Villa during the transfer window.
Debut set for new star
Loan signing Sulley Muntari is in line to make his Sunderland debut against Stoke on Saturday following his loan move from Inter Milan.
Injury worries mount for Bruce
Sunderland skipper Lee Cattermole faces a further month on the sidelines with his back injury, after visiting a specialist in midweek.
Defence cost us - boss
Steve Bruce claims they would have picked up a result against Chelsea had it not been for defensive errors.
Muntari deal hopes
New Sunderland signing Sulley Muntari will turn his season long loan deal into a permanent transfer during the summer.


