Sunderland are looking to clear up the treatment table as the business end of the season approaches. The Black Cats have eight games to secure their playoff spot before the real crunch time begins.
Several key first-team players remain injured and getting them fit will hand Alex Neil a trump card in his bid for promotion. Results in League One on Tuesday mean Sunderland are clinging on to sixth place and the return of high-profile stars could give the squad a boost that helps get them over the line.
ChronicleLive details which players are injured and when you can expect to see them back in action.