And while he is under no pressure to sell players in the coming week, Parkinson could move on a number of fringe players – with rumoured interest in several first-teamers.
But who could be on their way out? We take a look at NINE of the Black Cats’ first-team stars who could head out the exit door:
1. Will Grigg
The striker has dropped down the pecking order at the Stadium of Light, and is reportedly attracting interest from Swindon Town, Shrewsbury Town and Salford City. Photo: FRANK REID
2. Marc McNulty
Swindon Town and Hibernian have been credited with an interest in McNulty - but he is unlikely to leave the Stadium of Light, and Reading would have to agree to any potential exit. Photo: Frank Reid
3. Aiden McGeady
Phil Parkinson is keen to see the winger depart during the transfer window, but no concrete bids have been submitted for the wideman as of yet. Photo: FRANK REID
4. Jon McLaughlin
Sunderland are keen to retain the goalkeeper but, with his contract set to expire and no fresh terms agreed, Blackburn Rovers have been linked with a move. Photo: FRANK REID