Daniel Ballard
26-Year-Old
Sunderland
Premier
Three-game ban served
Ballard will be available to start the 2026/27 season after sitting out the final three games of the previous campaign through suspension.
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Ballard saw his season come to an early end due to a straight red card he picked up against Wolves. The defender had previously been a frequent starter, and his average of 6.4 clearances per game was the second-highest figure on the team. He also scored two goals over 29 EPL appearances (24 starts). He should return to contention when club activity resumes after the World Cup, looking to remain a solid option after Luke O'Nien and Nordi Mukiele saw some action as center-backs during the suspension period.
Ballard saw his season come to an early end due to a straight red card he picked up against Wolves. The defender had previously been a frequent starter, and his average of 6.4 clearances per game was the second-highest figure on the team. He also scored two goals over 29 EPL appearances (24 starts). He should return to contention when club activity resumes after the World Cup, looking to remain a solid option after Luke O'Nien and Nordi Mukiele saw some action as center-backs during the suspension period.
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Red card ends season
Ballard was shown a straight red card in the 24th minute of Saturday's match against Wolves and will be suspended for the next three Premier League games, ruling him out for the remainder of the season.
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Picked for bench
Ballard (hamstring) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Aston Villa.
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Available for Sunday
Ballard (hamstring) is an option for Sunday's match against Aston Villa, according to manager Regis Le Bris. "He is fully fit. He has trained normally this week, so he is available for selection."
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Another game out
Ballard (hamstring) is not available for Sunday's match against Tottenham, according to manager Regis Le Bris.
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Unavailable versus Newcastle
Ballard (hamstring) didn't make Sunderland's squad list to face Newcastle United on Sunday.
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Everton to make move for him
Everton are interested in completing a move for Ballard in the summer, according to Football Transfers.
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Everton know they're going to lose Jarrod Branthwaite in the summer, and they're already scouting the market and looking for potential replacements. Enter Ballard, who's having an outstanding season with Sunderland in the Championship. The 23-year-old defender would be an excellent addition to the side to bolster the defensive depth at Goodison Park.
Everton know they're going to lose Jarrod Branthwaite in the summer, and they're already scouting the market and looking for potential replacements. Enter Ballard, who's having an outstanding season with Sunderland in the Championship. The 23-year-old defender would be an excellent addition to the side to bolster the defensive depth at Goodison Park.