Sunderland midfielder Jack Rodwell is reportedly expected to be fit for this weekend's Premier League clash against Crystal Palace after missing the Wear-Tyne derby.

The 24-year-old was ruled out of the Black Cats' 1-0 win over fierce rivals Newcastle United due to a hamstring problem.

However, according to the Sunderland Echo, Rodwell is not expected to be out of action for long and has a realistic chance of making the squad for Saturday's game at the Stadium of Light.

The North-East outfit are three points above the relegation zone.

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22	Watford	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
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