Niall Huggins is back in training but boss Tony Mowbray has indicated the defender will not feature in this weekend's home game against Bristol City. Huggins has struggled with injuries all season and has not featured since picking up a knock after coming on as a substitute in Sunderland's FA Cup fourth round draw at Fulham three weeks ago.
But Mowbray said the 22-year-old has resumed training, although he will not be rushing him back. "Niall has been back on the grass with his boots on, but we'll be easing him back in," said Mowbray.
Lynden Gooch remains sidelined with a hip flexor injury and he is still a couple of weeks away from a return to training. Mowbray said: "I saw Lynden today, he has a nice new haircut! He'll be ready when he's ready.
