Chelsea recalled Marc Guiu as their top option to address striker Liam Delap's injury. Guiu, 19, was deemed the best loanee to lead the attack at Stamford Bridge by the Chelsea hierarchy, given his Premier League experience and understanding of manager Enzo Maresca's style of play.

Marc Guiu 's time at the Stadium of Light is over after just three games as the player returns to parent club Chelsea. The 19-year-old had joined Sunderland for the entire 2025/26 season but the Black Cats have now confirmed that he is set to return sooner than expected.