Regis Le Bris has made a major decision on his future with Sunderland ahead of the club's return to Premier League action. On Monday (August 4), the 49-year-old pledged his commitment to The Black Cats as he penned a new deal until 2028.

Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris insists their buying spree was needed to bridge the "gap" ahead of their Premier League return.

There is just one change to the XI from the 1-0 defeat to Real Betis last weekend, with Jenson Seelt returning to the heart of defence after a minor injury. That means Reinildo moves across to his strongest left-back position. Noah Sadiki again gets the nod in midfield.