Le Bris seeks to streamline Sunderland's squad for better management
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 10:27 AM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Sunderland's Regis Le Bris intends to establish a core squad of around 20 players for the upcoming season, as revealed by former forward Marco Gabbiadini. Gabbiadini noted that managing training sessions is challenging with larger squads, such as those seen at Chelsea. He expressed that focusing on a tighter roster could help enhance operational efficiency and overall squad performance. Le Bris's approach could lead to additional signings of experienced players while evaluating the potential departures of fringe players who have been on loan in recent seasons.
- •Marco Gabbiadini discusses Sunderland's squad planning.
- •Le Bris intends to maintain a core squad of about 20 players.
- •Challenges of managing larger squads highlighted.
- •Potential signings and player departures may be considered.
- 10:27 AMYahoo Sports — Is Le Bris' squad planning sensible?
"Former Sunderland forward Marco Gabbdiani has been speaking about Sunderland's transfer strategy this summer and Regis Le Bris' desire to have a "core squad" of around 20 players. It's very difficult to put sessions on for 24, 26 players. Gabbiadini told BBC Radio Newcastle.
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