Sunderland’s £241.4m Squad: A Premier League-Ready Team?
Sunderland’s return to the Premier League has sparked speculation about potential signings. If every player the club has been linked with this summer were signed, the Stadium of Light could host a squad worth over £241.4m. From experienced internationals to rising stars, the Black Cats have reportedly shown interest in a wide range of talent.

Starting XI
The potential starting lineup could feature:

- Sam Johnstone (GK, £10m, Wolves) – A reliable Premier League-ready goalkeeper.
- Harry Tofollo (LB, free, unattached) – A versatile left-back with proven depth.
- Wilfred Singo (CB/RB, £20m, AS Monaco) – A powerful and athletic right-back.
- Joe Gomez (CB, £30m, Liverpool) – A versatile England international with top-level pedigree.
- Vladimir Coufal (CB, free, unattached) – A Premier League-experienced right-back with leadership qualities.
- Jordan Henderson (CM, free, Ajax) – A veteran midfielder’s experience and leadership.
- Lennon Miller (CM, £10m, Motherwell) – A young Scottish midfielder with composure and maturity.
- Mario Pašalić (CM, £13.4m, Atalanta) – A creative midfielder with European experience.
- Vladyslav Vanat (FW, £17m, Dynamo Kyiv) – A Ukrainian forward with significant potential.
- Matthis Abline (FW, £6.8m, Nantes) – A rising French striker with Ligue 1 experience.

Substitutes
The bench could feature:
- Luis Malagón (GK, £10m, Club América) – A Mexican international goalkeeper.
- Armand Laurienté (FW, £17m, Sassuolo) – An explosive forward with pace and flair.

If every deal were to land, Sunderland’s squad would be worth an impressive £241.4m. While it’s unlikely every signing will happen, the speculation gives us a glimpse into the club’s ambitions and the type of squad they’re trying to build.