Sunderland have announced the departure of six academy players with the publication of their retained list this morning.

The list confirms that all senior first-team players have been retained, with Chris Mepham and Salis Abdul Samed returning to Bournemouth and RC Lens following the conclusion of their loan spells.

Tommy Watson completed his move to Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday, while Enzo Le Fée will officially become a permanent Sunderland player on a four-year deal on July 1st.

Sunderland could yet make a permanent move for Chris Mepham, who is expected to leave Bournemouth on a permanent basis this summer. He is out of contract this summer, though Bournemouth do have an option to extend for another season.