The Clarets head to the Stadium of Light on transfer deadline day looking to build on a run of three consecutive draws.
But while performances have improved in recent weeks, Burnley are in dire need of three points – something they haven’t achieved in their last 14 league games.
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While Armando Broja has done okay leading the line in recent weeks, he’s not looked like scoring. But with Lyle Foster netting off the bench during last week’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham, and Zian Flemming on his way back, Parker may have a big decision to make in the number nine position.
Here’s how we expect Burnley to line up:
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9. RW - Marcus Edwards
Burnley need Edwards to be at his creative best if they're to end that long wait for a league victory (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP via Getty Images) Photo: OLI SCARFF
10. LW - Jaidon Anthony
Anthony is one player that's already scored against Sunderland this season having netted during the 2-0 win in August (Photo by Molly Darlington/Getty Images) Photo: Molly Darlington
11. ST - Armando Broja
This could be his last chance to keep the shirt, with Lyle Foster and a returning Zian Flemming potentially pushing to start (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Photo: Stu Forster