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Sunderland provides injury updates following pre-season win over Lens

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 6:35 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Sunderland provides injury updates following pre-season win over Lens

Summary

Sunderland's manager Regis Le Bris offered injury updates on several players after a 2-0 pre-season victory against Lens. Le Bris indicated that defender Nordi Mukiele's issue is minor, emphasizing careful management of his recovery. Omar Alderete is expected back soon, likely starting on the bench for the upcoming match against Ipswich Town. Romaine Mundle's ankle injury is also considered minor. However, Simon Adingra's ankle injury could keep him out for a longer period as the team continues to monitor his condition.

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Status Watch

•Sunderland won 2-0 against Lens in a pre-season friendly.
•Nordi Mukiele's injury is minor; recovery will be managed carefully.
•Omar Alderete likely to start on the bench against Ipswich.
•Romaine Mundle has a minor ankle issue.
•Simon Adingra's ankle injury may sideline him longer.

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6:35 PMYahoo Sports — Sunderland boss Le Bris provides updates on several injured stars after pre-season victory

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Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris has provided an update on several players ahead of the Black Cats’ upcoming fixture against Ipswich Town.On Nordi Mukiele, Le Bris played down the severity of the defen...
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