Mundle will miss first leg against Coventry

Romaine Mundle celebrates his assist during the Sky Bet Championship match between Sunderland and Derby County at the Stadium Of LightSunderland boss Regis Le Bris says there has been a delay in Romaine Mundle's expected return to be available for selection in their promotion push.

The Black Cats face Coventry in the Championship play-off semi-final this week and after divisive squad rotation in the final games of the regular season there were expectations of a fully fit roster for the Frenchman to choose from.

When asked if everyone was back in contention for the first leg at the CBS Arena fixture on Friday, Le Bris told BBC Radio Newcastle: "Not really because I think it will be a bit short…