Wayne Bridge is relishing the chance to play football once again after completing a loan move from Manchester City to Sunderland.
The 31-year-old former England international has only one appearance and 78 minutes of football to his name this season to date, but could make his debut in their Premier League clash with Norwich at the Stadium of Light.
Bridge told SAFC TV: "I'm delighted to make the move. I have met the manager and the lads and everyone seems great. I'm just excited to start playing football and playing a few games.
"The club is on the up - the manager has come in and done very well. Just coming in and speaking to him, everything has been positive. I have trained with the lads and they are a great bunch who are feeling really positive.
"Hopefully I can help the club progress even more."