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Injuries worry skipper

Sunderland skipper Lee Cattermole says it is vital the club avoid the raft of injuries which have plagued them this season.

Bruce leads Larsson race

Sunderland target and free agent Sebastian Larsson will make a decision on his future within the next two weeks according to his agent.

Midfielder to consider options

Reported Sunderland target David Vaughan says he hopes to come to a decision on his future in the next fortnight.

Bruce plans Larsson swoop

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has been linked with a move for Sebastian Larsson, who has been released by Birmingham.

Striker's woe at missed goals target

Sunderland striker Asamoah Gyan has revealed his frustration at his failure to hit his goals target for the season due to injury.

Sunderland set to miss out on star

Sunderland face a battle for the signature of Blackpool's David Vaughan after Rangers declared an interest in the midfielder.

Gordon's future in doubt

Sunderland have put on hold contract talks with Britain's most expensive goalkeeper Craig Gordon due to concerns about his knee injury.

Midfielder linked

Sunderland have agreed a deal to bring Blackpool midfielder David Vaughan to the club according to reports.

Quinn warns it takes time

Sunderland chairman Niall Quinn has vowed to continue to push the club in the right direction but has warned it will take time.

Striker linked with Black Cats

Steve Bruce is one of a number of Premier League managers hoping to persuade Jay Bothroyd to join them this summer.

Bruce happy with top ten finish

Steve Bruce was delighted to see his side move up four places on the final day of the season and into the top ten.

Striker linked

Sunderland are one of the club's said to be interested in Blackpool striker DJ Campbell who could be on the move this summer.

Bruce handed Gyan boost

Sunderland striker Asamoah Gyan could be involved at Upton Park on Sunday after returning to training following a hamstring injury.

Bruce eyes Hammers stars

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has admitted he could make a move for West Ham's stars, such as Carlton Cole and Demba Ba, in the summer.

Race on for winger

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is leading the race to sign Wigan's french ace Charles N'Zogbia but faces a major battle to land him.

Ba linked with Sunderland switch

Steve Bruce is reportedly plotting a summer move for West Ham striker Demba Ba as he looks to add to his front line.

Black Cats aim to down sorry Hammers

England midfielder Jordan Henderson claims Sunderland will be going all out to finish their season in style when they face West Ham.

Midfielder tipped for top

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has told youngster Jack Colback that he will be in his first team squad next season and he will play.

Zenden quits Cats

Sunderland club captain Bolo Zenden has confirmed he has played his last home game for the club and he will leave in the summer.

Midfielder switch on the cards

Sunderland are ready to make a move for Blackpool midfielder David Vaughan who could be on the move this summer.

Bruce eyes £8.5m striker swoop

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is eyeing a summer raid for Wolves striker Kevin Doyle, according to reports on Sunday.

More injury misery for Sunderland

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has only 16 fit senior players for their home clash with Wolves on Saturday.

Sunderland pull out of transfer deal

Sunderland's on-loan star Sulley Muntari has returned to Inter Milan after the club turned down the chance to sign him permanently.

Black Cats eye Spurs striker raid

Sunderland and Newcastle are reportedly set to battle it out for Spurs striker Roman Pavlyuchenko in the summer.

Duo given hope by Bruce

Steve Bruce says he hasn't given up hope Cristian Riveros and Marcos Angeleri will be able to become parts of the Sunderland team.

Sunderland sweat over five

Steve Bruce believes five of his current crop of crocked players might not recover in time to feature at the start of next season.

Bruce reveals midfielder plans

Steve Bruce says he is keen to keep Bolo Zenden beyond this season and plans to speak to the Dutchman about a new deal.

Bruce sets striker sights

Sunderland are understood to be lining up a summer move for highly-rated French striker Kevin Gameiro, but face stiff competition.

Black Cats star sees specialist

Steve Bruce has revealed that Marcos Angeleri has flown back to South America to see a specialist over his knee injury.

Star seeks Bruce discussions

Bolo Zenden says he has not spoken to Sunderland about a new deal, but hinted that he would be keen to stay on Wearside.

Fitness worry for Bruce

Steve Bruce rates both Jordan Henderon and Lee Cattermole as 50-50 to be fit for the clash with Bolton on Saturday.

Boss looks to defence

Steve Bruce is looking for a massive improvement from his side in the clash with Bolton this weekend.

Race on for midfield ace

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is thought to be in a battle with West Brom for the services of Sporting Lisbon midfielder Simon Vukcevic.

Defender fitness battle

Despite a injury crisis at the club Steve Bruce claims he will not be rushing John Mensah back into action too quickly.

No move for midfielder

It is looking increasingly unlikely that Sunderland will extend the deal of Inter Milan midfielder Sulley Muntari in the summer.

Race on for striker

Steve Bruce has set his sights on landing Lorient striker Kevin Gameiro in the summer but faces a battle with Spurs for his signature.

Midfielder issued goal challenge

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is pinning his goalscoring hopes on Steed Malbranque to guide them through their striking crisis.

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