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Sunderland will be looking to strengthen their squad during this summer’s transfer window – yet some players are also likely to leave the club.
The Black Cats have 28 senior players under contract ahead of the 2024/25 campaign, following the arrivals of midfielder Alan Browne and goalkeeper Simon Moore. While Sunderland will be hoping to keep hold of their key players this summer, they may face some big decisions if big offers come in.
Other players may also leave Wearside, on loan or permanent deals, as they pursue regular first-team football. We’ve taken a closer look at some players who could leave the club this summer:
![Sunderland have turned down multiple offers for Clarke over the last 12 months, while the club haven't been able to agree a new long-term contract with the 23-year-old - who has two years left on his current deal. Clarke has said he remains focused on playing for Sunderland amid transfer interest from top-flight clubs.](https://i0.wp.com/www.sunderlandecho.com/webimg/b25lY21zOmIxNGZhMDlhLTM3YTItNDNkZi1iNThkLWRiNWRkMzQzYmUyYzplZmM5MGM0MC1hMmVjLTRmMjYtYjI0Yi04ZWE0ZTFiYTA3OGQ=.jpg?resize=640%2C427&ssl=1)
1. Jack Clarke – Could leave
Sunderland have turned down multiple offers for Clarke over the last 12 months, while the club haven’t been able to agree a new long-term contract with the 23-year-old – who has two years left on his current deal. Clarke has said he remains focused on playing for Sunderland amid transfer interest from top-flight clubs.Photo: Frank Reid