Daniel Ballard
26-Year-Old
Sunderland
Premier
GTD
Injury Hamstring
Est. Return 4/12/2026
Unavailable versus Newcastle
Ballard (hamstring) didn't make Sunderland's squad list to face Newcastle United on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Ballard was facing a late fitness call and didn't pass, ending a streak of five consecutive starts. He'll look to recover during the break ahead of April 12's game versus Tottenham. Lutsharel Geertruida is taking his place.
Ballard was facing a late fitness call and didn't pass, ending a streak of five consecutive starts. He'll look to recover during the break ahead of April 12's game versus Tottenham. Lutsharel Geertruida is taking his place.
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Late call for Sunday
Ballard (hamstring) is a late call for Sunday's match against Newcastle, according to manager Regis Le Bris. "They are working hard behind the scenes to be ready for the game. We have to make medical decisions because we still have a lot of games to play after this one, as well as an international break."
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Exits with hamstring discomfort
Ballard was forced off in the 64th minute of Saturday's 1-0 loss against Brighton due to hamstring discomfort, according to coach Regis Le Bris, per the Sunderland Echo. "Dan had discomfort with his hamstring, so we hope it isn't too serious."
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Signs extension
Ballard has inked an extension with Sunderland, according to his club.
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Creates chance
Ballard registered one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat against Liverpool.
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Doing fine following return
Ballard (ankle) is doing fine after returning in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Tottenham following his injury, coach Regis Le Bris said in the press conference. "He got through Sunday's test. We're happy to have him back with the group."
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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.
ANALYSIS
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.