We can start planning for the year ahead after Sunderland discovered their Premier League fixture list this week. So where are the opportunities and dangers in the schedule?

And what did we learn from Kristjaan Speakman's transfer update this week?

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We discuss what came out of our chat with Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman last week, including:

• Sunderland's summer transfer plan
• Dan Neil contract latest
• Regis Le Bris' backroom team
• How the Black Cats will approach their Premier League return.

We also discuss Jobe Bellingham's exit, reflecting on the midfielder's time on Wearside and looking ahead to what the future might hold for the teenager.

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What a weekend!

We reflect on Sunderland's unforgettable Wembley success - and look ahead to the future. What does promotion mean for Sunderland's transfer plans?

What happens next with Jobe Bellingham? We also reflect on the brave decisions that led to promotion and have an early look ahead to next season's Premier League campaign.

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