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As Sunderland prepare for their return to the Premier League, their plans to strengthen the squad are underway.

One area they are keen to work on is their attacking options.

The forward endured a tough 2024/25 season, hampered by a back problem that delayed his chance to prove himself on loan.

Despite limited game time, he formed a good relationship with Sunderland’s head coach during recovery and remained involved in team discussions.

Sunderland see the player as a useful squad addition, offering depth and competition without necessarily being the main striker.

Liverpool, meanwhile, are evaluating their young talents ahead of the new season.

With a new No?

9 signing expected and a crowded forward line, opportunities for the teenager at Anfield could be limited.

Pre-season will be crucial for him to impress manager Arne Slot, who will decide which youngsters stay in the first team and who may benefit from further development elsewhere.

Liverpool’s Jayden Danns’ 2024/25 campaign was disrupted by a back injury found during his medical at Sunderland, where he had gone on loan.

While he never played for the Black Cats, he stayed at their training ground for treatment and built a strong rapport with coach Regis de Bris through several one-to-one conversations.

This impressed Liverpool’s management, who appreciated how Sunderland handled the delicate situation professionally.

Now, accordding to The Northern Echo, “Sunderland will hold talks with Liverpool over Jayden Danns, and are interested in a potential second loan deal for the teenage striker.”

“Danns made a number of trips across the Pennines to watch Sunderland in action though, and also held one-to-one chats with Le Bris as the extent of his injury issues became clear.”

“Those discussions have helped form a strong relationship, with the Liverpool hierarchy also known to have been impressed with the way in which Sunderland handled a delicate situation that had the potential to become difficult for all those involved.”

“That mutual respect could play into the Black Cats’ hands later this summer if Liverpool decide to send Danns back out on loan.”

Danns is expected to join Liverpool’s pre-season tour in the Far East, but the club will soon decide if another loan is best.

Sunderland are interested in bringing him back for a second loan spell, offering cover and competition for their forwards Eliezer Mayenda and Wilson Isidor.

While he won’t be the first-choice striker, Danns’ presence would strengthen their attacking options cheaply.

With Darwin Nunez’s exit likely, and competition fierce, Liverpool see loaning Danns as a sensible step for his development.

His three senior goals for Liverpool and experience winning the 2024 Carabao Cup final show his promise.

But his immediate future depends on how he performs in pre-season and the talks between the clubs.

Sunderland’s willingness to bring him back highlights mutual respect and a positive working relationship.

Liverpool want to see Danns keep fighting for his place.

As the club continues to build a Premier League title defence, giving young players the right opportunities remains a key part of their strategy.

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