Sunderland have suffered another defensive injury blow with Jordan Willis forced off in the game against Swindon Town.
Former Sunderland stopper Max Stryjek has re-joined former loan club Eastleigh on a free transfer following the expiry of his contract at the Stadium of Light.
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