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Sunderland boss opens up on Jocelin Ta Bi selection plan and drops hint after Brentford heroics

Sunderland are back in Premier League action when they face Coventry City on Saturday afternoon…

By Phil Smith · Sunderland Echo

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 6:00 AM

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Régis Le Bris plans to use Jocelin Ta Bi mainly as an impact substitute in the Premier League.
Ta Bi contributed to all three goals in Sunderland's Carabao Cup win against Brentford.
Le Bris emphasized balancing squad freshness and youth development ahead of the Coventry City clash.

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Sunderland head coach Régis Le Bris has revealed plans to primarily use Jocelin Ta Bi as an impact substitute in the Premier League. The decision follows the youngster's standout performance in Sunderland's midweek Carabao Cup victory over Brentford, where he was involved in all three goals to help secure a quarterfinal matchup against Crystal Palace.

Ahead of Saturday's match against Coventry City, Le Bris explained that while Ta Bi is talented, managing squad balance and player development remains critical. He noted that it may be too early for the winger to start regularly, favoring using him in the final 20 to 30 minutes of matches.

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