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Sunderland news: Billy McKinlay and Robbie Stockdale appointed joint caretaker managers ahead of Tees-Wear derby

Billy McKinlay and Robbie Stockdale have been placed in interim charge of Sunderland following the sacking of Simon Grayson.

The Black Cats, currently in the Championship relegation zone, are searching for their 11th permanent manager in less than nine years having axed Grayson following Tuesday's 3-3 home draw with fellow strugglers Bolton.

Ahead of the Tees-Wear derby with Middlesbrough on Sunday, ex-Boro defender Stockdake and former Watford boss McKinlay have been installed as joint caretakers.

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