Liverpool saw a bid for Alexander Isak rejected by Newcastle last week but there have been whispers that a second offer is imminent following the striker's return to training. Rodrygo has been linked with a move to Anfield as an alternative with the Brazilian likely to leave Real Madrid.

Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris has signed a new contract at the Stadium of Light running to the summer of 2028. Le Bris, 49, was appointed in late June of last year and guided Sunderland to promotion to the Premier League via the Championship play-offs in his first season.