Régis insists all of Sunderland's promoted stars 'need to step up'

Régis Le Bris has said that Dan Neil can still have a big role to play, but has warned all of Sunderland's promoted players that they face a challenge for minutes.

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Neil’s position in the team has been the subject of much discussion, with Sunderland recruiting heavily in central midfield. The Black Cats are on the brink of sealing their most ambitious transfer yet, with Granit Xhaxa’s arrival expected imminently.