The newly promoted Sunderland have made a positive start to the Premier League season.They have managed to win seven points from their first four matches this season and that puts them comfortably in the top half of the Premier League table.Sunderland’s ambitious summer transfer activity under manager Régis Le Bris has raised important questions about the future of 23-year-old left-back Dennis Cirkin, according to Football Insider.The Black Cats spent more than £160 million strengthening the squad for Premier League competition.Among those new additions are Reinildo, recently signed from Atlético Madrid, and Arthur Masuaku, the former West Ham defender.Dennis Cirkin faces uncertain future at SunderlandThese two arrivals directly impact the same wing of defense where Cirkin has traditionally operated.Cirkin, who joined Sunderland in 2021, is now in the final year of his contract and has seen his standing within the squad shift significantly.Still recovering from a wrist injury suffered towards the end of Sunderland’s Championship campaign, he has yet to make any appearances this season. That absence, combined with the competition brought in by Reinildo and Masuaku, means that Cirkin may have slipped down the pecking order.With his first-team opportunities likely to be limited this season, speculation has already begun about what Cirkin’s next move might be.More Stories / Latest News23-year-old fan favourite could be forced to leave SunderlandSep 15 2025, 11:0827-year-old winger open to Leeds United transfer in JanuarySep 15 2025, 10:42Newcastle United hero could complete exit in next 24 hoursSep 15 2025, 10:24The Black Cats are still undecided over CirkinDennis Cirkin of Sunderland (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)Sunderland have yet to make a decision on whether they will offer him a new contract, and he himself could be tempted to consider leaving when his current deal expires, to avoid being stuck with limited playing time.He is young, still developing, and needs match time to progress. Sitting on the bench or being a reserve risks stunting his growth.Offering him a renewed contract could demonstrate faith, but only if he believes he will play.Otherwise, allowing him to leave may be the more sensible decision. Cirkin’s time at Sunderland appears uncertain. The confluence of injury, competition, contract expiration, and outside interest may force a decision, either by the player or the club.Sunderland told 23-year-old star could be on his way out of the club soonThe post 23-year-old fan favourite could be forced to leave Sunderland appeared first on CaughtOffside.