Cirkin, 19, has moved to the Stadium of Light after signing a three-year deal and will give the side a natural option at left-back. The teenager could make his debut this weekend when Sunderland travel to MK Dons in League One, where they’ll be looking to make it three wins from three games to start the 2021/22 campaign. After beating Wigan Athletic at the Stadium of Light last weekend, the Black Cats then progressed to the second round of the Carabao cup by beating Port Vale on Tuesday. Johnson is set to speak to the press this afternoon, and the Sunderland head coach is bound to be asked about transfers, contracts and more. We’ll also bring you the latest news analysis throughout the day. A message from the Football Clubs Editor Our aim is to provide you with the best, most up-to-date and most informative Sunderland AFC coverage 365 days a year. This depth of coverage costs, so to help us maintain the high-quality reporting that you are used to, please consider taking out a subscription to our new sports-only package here. Your support is much appreciated. Richard Mennear, Football Clubs Editor