Sunderland could add one new centre-back to their squad in the form of Gael Andonian.
The summer transfer window might be over but there is still a chance that Sunderland could bring in a new player this month.
As reported by the Chronicle, free-agent centre-back Gael Andonian is on trial at the Stadium of Light after being released by Ligue 1 side Marseille in July.
The 23-year-old, who has won 22 international caps for Armenia and represented France at youth level, made his first appearance in Sunderland colours during the Premier League 2 clash against West Brom on Monday as he aims to earn a contract with the Wearside club.
As Andonian is a free agent, he is able to sign for Sunderland outside the transfer window.
And he would give Jack Ross extra depth at centre-back, which could come in handy as the Black Cats aim to navigate a gruelling League One season. Sunderland have enjoyed an impressive start, winning four and drawing two of their six fixtures so far.
Andonian spent time on loan at Dijon in the 2015/16 season and featured at left-back on occasion, meaning he possesses versatility which could also come in handy at the Stadium of Light.
Sunderland beat West Brom’s U23s 2-1 thanks to goals from Jack Diamond and Luke Molineux.
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