Fabio Borini will miss the next three months after suffering a groin injury, leaving David Moyes short of attacking options at Sunderland.
Sunderland have been dealt a blow following the news that Fabio Borini is facing three months out with a groin injury.
The Italian forward scored five goals in 26 Premier League appearances last season and has featured on two occasions this term.
However, he is set for a period on the sidelines after suffering a groin problem.
"Borini, we expect to be out for three months, that is a rough guide," boss David Moyes told the Sunderland Echo.