Former Sunderland keeper Thomas Sorensen has warned title talk is too soon. The 48-year-old Dane played close to 200 games for the Black Cats from 1998 to 2003.
And he reckons the fact Sunderland’s squad are being talked about so much could hurt the club in the January transfer window.
Speaking to Casino24.dk, he said, “Sunderland are flying in the championship even though they have a team that still has a lot to learn. It’s early days but they have been put to the test, like in games against Leeds and come through them, showing big character.
“I think Regis Le Bris has done a great job since coming in and they have some huge talent in players like Jobe Bellingham and Chris Rigg.
“The big test for Sunderland will come in January when teams come in for Bellingham and Rigg and potentially other players; can they keep hold of them?
“Losing them could derail the promotion push so these next few months will be crucial. I think the play-offs are a good target but it’s too early to say automatic promotion is the real target.”
The Black Cats saw Burnley move ahead of them in the Championship table on Saturday after Scott Parker’s side beat Sheffield Wednesday 2-0 at Hillsborough, but Regis Le Bris’ men can return to the No. 1 spot with a win at Hull City today.
