Sunderland expects new captain John O'Shea to miss this Saturday's Barclays Premier League opener against Liverpool.
The versatile Republic of Ireland international was signed from Manchester United this summer but has made only one appearance in his new club's pre-season campaign, injuring a hamstring on his debut against German side Arminia Bielefeld.
Manager Steve Bruce told "We don't think (he will feature) and it would be unwise of me to rush him back.
"He's close, but he's got a hamstring strain so we have to make sure he's right.
"When he is right and plays we'll be all the better for it because John O'Shea is a big acquisition for this football club."
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