Victor Anichebe says he is proof of the value which exists in the free-transfer market - a route Sunderland boss David Moyes will be forced to explore next month.
The Black Cats have won every time Anichebe has started at the Stadium of Light this season, this 1-0 victory making it three out of three.
The 28-year-old - who was again the star man - was released by West Brom at the end of last season and spent the summer working with a personal trainer in Los Angeles.
Moyes made his move in early September and Anichebe has responded with three goals.