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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016")
Simon Grayson promises "clean slate" for all Sunderland players
New Sunderland manager Simon Grayson hopes to be the man to turn around the club's faltering fortunes, having been appointed earlier this week on a three-year deal.Jul 2, 19:34
Preston North End allow Sunderland to hold talks with Simon Grayson
Preston North End allow Sunderland to open talks with boss Simon Grayson over the vacant managerial position at the Stadium of Light.Jun 29, 11:22
Ryan Giggs: 'Jose Mourinho did not make me an offer to stay'
Ryan Giggs says "there was no offer from Jose Mourinho" to stay on as Manchester United assistant last summer, but insists that it was always his intention to move on.Jun 27, 13:04
Jurgen Klinsmann denies rumours he could become Sunderland boss
Jurgen Klinsmann rules himself out of contention for the managerial vacancy at Sunderland.Jun 27, 10:35
Sunderland to kick off Championship season with home clash against Derby County
Sunderland will kick off the Championship season with a home clash against Derby County on Friday, August 4.Jun 21, 08:02
Report: Sunderland close to finalising £100m takeover deal
Ellis Short is reportedly on the brink of selling Sunderland in a deal worth £100m, with two parties willing to meet his asking price.Jun 20, 15:32
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F17%2Fdavid-moyes.jpg "David Moyes looks dejected during the Premier League game between Middlesbrough and Sunderland on April 26, 2017")
Report: David Moyes lined up for Preston North End job
Former Sunderland manager David Moyes could reportedly be on his way back to Preston North End should Simon Grayson leave the club this summer.Jun 18, 12:33
Paul Bracewell steps down as Sunderland assistant manager
Paul Bracewell leaves his position as assistant manager at Sunderland after four years at the club in a coaching capacity.Jun 17, 12:19
Sunderland put manager search on hold
Sunderland announce that they have put their search for a new manager on hold while talks are ongoing over the sale of the club.Jun 16, 14:53
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F18%2Fchris-wilder.jpg "Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder poses with his League One manager of the month award for April 2017")
Sunderland turn attention to Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder?
Sunderland reportedly turn their attention to Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder in their search for a replacement for David Moyes.Jun 16, 14:49
Simon Grayson "fully committed" to Preston North End amid Sunderland interest
Preston North End manager Simon Grayson insists that he is "fully committed" to the club amid speculation linking him with the vacant post at Sunderland.Jun 16, 14:38
Ryan Giggs 'keen on Southampton job'
Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs is reportedly keen on the vacant managerial post at Southampton.Jun 15, 21:57
Aberdeen grant permission for Sunderland to talk to manager Derek McInnes
Aberdeen announce that permission has been granted for manager Derek McInnes to speak to Sunderland regarding their vacancy.Jun 14, 15:11
Sunderland continue pursuit of Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes?
Sunderland reportedly maintain an interest in Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes and plan to make a concrete approach for the Dons boss this week.Jun 13, 08:58
Paul Lambert added to Sunderland's managerial wishlist?
Paul Lambert joins the list of potential candidates to take over at Sunderland, a fortnight on from losing his job as Wolverhampton Wanderers boss.Jun 11, 11:20
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fgordon-strachan-gareth-southgate.jpg "Interim England manager Gareth Southgate alongside Scotland counterpart Gordon Strachan during the World Cup qualifier at Wembley on November 11, 2016")
Preview:Scotland vs. England
Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup qualifier between Scotland and England as the two nations renew the oldest rivalry in world football at Hampden Park.Jun 9, 12:56
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Sunderland close to German takeover?
Sunderland owner Ellis Short is said to be close to selling the club to a "mystery" German company.Jun 9, 12:15
David Moyes fined £30,000 for 'slap' comment
The Football Association fines former Sunderland manager David Moyes £30,000 for his "slap" comment towards a female journalist.Jun 9, 12:07
Report: Garry Monk on radar of Middlesbrough, Sunderland
Championship duo Middlesbrough and Sunderland are said to be interested in recruiting ex-Leeds United boss Garry Monk as their new manager.Jun 8, 20:25
Derek McInnes 'seeking assurances from Sunderland over transfer budget'
A report claims that Derek McInnes will leave Aberdeen for Sunderland if he is given financial backing this summer, with talks planned for later this week.Jun 5, 19:06
Ryan Giggs: 'No contact made with Middlesbrough, Sunderland'
Ryan Giggs insists that he is in no rush to return to coaching and will wait for the right job to come along, amid links to Middlesbrough and Sunderland.Jun 2, 15:21
Chelsea coach Eddie Newton takes interest in Sunderland job?
Chelsea coach Eddie Newton reportedly takes an interest in the vacant managerial position at Sunderland.Jun 2, 09:42
Ryan Giggs 'not in running for Sunderland job'
A report claims that former Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs is not being considered by Sunderland as a potential managerial option.May 31, 14:58
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger 'to pick his successor, Eddie Howe favourite'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will reportedly be responsible for finding his successor, with Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe the current favourite.May 31, 09:01
Paul Lambert in running for Hull City job?
Paul Lambert is reportedly in the running for the vacant managerial role at Hull City, at the same time it was confirmed that he would be leaving Wolverhampton Wanderers.May 30, 13:25
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F19%2Falan-pardew.jpg "Potential new Boro manager Alan Pardew in the stands during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017")
Alan Pardew: 'Sunderland great, but not the club for me'
Former Crystal Palace and Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew rules himself out of the running for the vacant managerial post at Sunderland.May 27, 11:55
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Marouane Fellaini: 'I would break my foot for Jose Mourinho'
Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini claims that he would break his own foot for coach Jose Mourinho.May 27, 09:59
Derek McInnes paying no attention to links with Sunderland job
Derek McInnes is not letting recent speculation linking him with the vacant managerial job at Sunderland affect him or his players ahead of the Scottish Cup final.May 26, 20:23
Stefan Schwarz "interested" in becoming new Sunderland manager
Former Sunderland midfielder Stefan Schwarz admits that he would be "interested" in becoming the club's new manager.May 24, 11:49
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F17%2Fdavid-moyes-sunderland.jpg "Sunderland manager David Moyes during the Premier League match against Bournemouth on April 29, 2017")
Micky Gray describes managerless Sunderland as a "complete mess"
Micky Gray says that Sunderland are in a "complete mess" after David Moyes resigned as manager.May 22, 18:50
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F21%2Fjohn-terry_2.jpg "John Terry poses with the trophy during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017")
FA wants information from betting companies on John Terry Chelsea substitution
The FA reportedly asks bookmakers to provide any betting information relating to John Terry's 26th-minute Chelsea substitution on Sunday.May 22, 18:34
Kevin Phillips emerges as early favourite for Sunderland job
Sunderland legend Kevin Phillips - now a coach at Derby County - emerges as the early favourite to replace David Moyes at the Stadium of Light.May 22, 17:59
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Ellis Short: 'David Moyes has left Sunderland without receiving compensation'
Sunderland chairman Ellis Short reveals that manager David Moyes has opted to leave the Stadium of Light without receiving any financial compensation.May 22, 16:23
David Moyes resigns as Sunderland boss
Sunderland announce that David Moyes has resigned from his position as manager after their relegation to the Championship.May 22, 16:04
David Moyes dodges questions over Sunderland future
Sunderland boss David Moyes refuses to confirm whether he will be at the club for the start of the new Championship season following their relegation from the top flight.May 21, 19:19
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F20%2Fantonio-conte-chelsea_1.jpg "Antonio Conte celebrates Chelsea's Premier League win over Watford on May 15, 2017")
Live Commentary: Chelsea 5-1 Sunderland - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Chelsea's 5-1 win over Sunderland, as the Blues rounded off their title-winning campaign in style.May 21, 13:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fjordan-pickford_1.JPG "Sunderland goalkeeper Jordan Pickford in action during his side's Premier League clash with Southampton at St Mary's on August 27, 2016")
David Moyes sets £30m price tag on Jordan Pickford
Sunderland manager David Moyes says that it will take a "really, really big offer" for them to consider selling goalkeeper Jordan Pickford this summer.May 19, 14:23
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Preview:Chelsea vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews Chelsea's final-day clash with Sunderland as the Blues prepare to be officially handed the Premier League title at Stamford Bridge.May 18, 15:36
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F20%2Falexis-sanchez-mesut-ozil.jpg "Alexis Sanchez celebrates his opener with Mesut Ozil during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Sunderland on May 16, 2017")
Live Commentary: Arsenal 2-0 Sunderland - as it happened
Relive Arsenal's 2-0 win over Sunderland as a brace from Alexis Sanchez sends the top-four race down to the final day of the season.May 16, 17:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F19%2Farsene-wenger-arsenal.jpg "Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger during the Premier League match against Southampton on May 10, 2017")
Preview:Arsenal vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews Tuesday night's Premier League clash between top-four hopefuls Arsenal and relegated Sunderland at the Emirates Stadium.May 15, 17:05
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