Sunderland squad value: Where do Black Cats rank compared to Newcastle and Leeds
Sunderland have made multiple new additions this summer since their return to the Premier League.
Regis Le Bris has wasted no time in strengthening his squad, ready for the battle to stay in the top-flight.
This has seen multiple big names come into the Stadium of Light, with Simon Adingra being Sunderland’s latest addition from Brighton.
Now, with numerous big names being brought into the Black Cats, Mackem News has examined where the squad ranks in terms of value in the Premier League.
Sunderland rank lowest for squad value in the Premier League
Despite their big spending spree, Sunderland ranks the lowest for squad value in the Premier League.
According to Transfermarkt (11 July) the Black Cats’ team is deemed to be worth £192.99 million.
This is slightly lower than Burnley at £196.65m, with fellow promoted side Leeds United at £203.19m.
Everton and Wolves, who are both expected to struggle in the Premier League next season, follow at £246.07m and £270.4m.
| Premier League’s lowest valued squads | Club | Value |
| 16th | Wolves | £270.4m |
| 17th | Everton | £246.07m |
| 18th | Leeds United | £203.19m |
| 19th | Burnley | £196.65m |
| 20th | Sunderland | £192.99m |
Rivals Newcastle United are eighth-highest on the list with a value of £556.56m.
With plenty of time left in the transfer window, there is still time for this to change, with Sunderland expected to remain active in the transfer window.
Le Bris has done well to catch fellow promoted sides
Given that Sunderland were promoted to the Premier League with little top-flight experience, Le Bris deserves credit for getting the value of the squad to a similar level compared to his rivals.
As a result of his signings, the Black Cats now have an increased chance of staying up, a task that looked impossible a few weeks back.
Momentum at the start of the campaign will be key, but if Le Bris can guide his side to a successful start, they may have a chance of staying in the division.
Hopefully, more signings will soon be on their to the Stadium of Light to help complete this task.
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