Injury news update

Mart Poom has returned to light training but will not be fit for tonight's game.

Mark Lynch is continuing treatment on his dislocated knee-cap and is hoping to return to training soon; he was injured during Sunderland's 2-1 victory over Cardiff.

Colin Healy is progressing well in his rehabilitation from a broken leg and is due to step up the amount of work he does on his leg, very soon.

Matt Piper has undergone treatment to strengthen his knee and is expected back in training next week.

Kevin Kyle continues treatment on his hip cartilage and is also hoping to return to training soon.

Striker agrees new deal

Striker Chris Brown has agreed a contract extension.

The deal will see 20 year old Brown stay at the Stadium of Light for another two years, until summer 2007.

Brown's extension follows hot on the heels of Mickey Bridges and Dean Whitehead also agreeing extended deals with the club.