GUS POYET has ruled out a loan move for Arsenal striker Yaya Sanogo during this month's transfer window.
The Black Cats head coach is hoping to strengthen his side's attacking resources before the end of the month, and had been linked with a possible move for Sanogo, who is still to score his first senior goal in Arsenal colours.
Earlier this morning, Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger revealed he is looking to loan out the 21-year-old during the second half of the season, but Poyet will not be making a pitch for the French youngster.
When asked whether Sanogo was a January target, he simply said: "No."
Poyet also revealed there has been no approach for Jozy Altidore despite mounting speculation linking the struggling striker with a return to the United States before the transfer window closes.
He said: "They seem to know more in America than me. Right now there has been nothing, and Jozy is in the squad tomorrow (to face Liverpool). We have named 19 at the moment."
Sunderland's injury problems have eased considerably since last weekend's FA Cup win over Leeds United, with Wes Brown and Billy Jones both available. However, Jack Rodwell is still to return to training, Lee Cattermole is unlikely to be risked and Anthony Reveillere faces a late fitness test tomorrow morning.
Poyet said: "We're better. We need to wait on a couple of things but Billy is all right, Anthony is touch and go, but Wes is back to normal.
"Ricky Alvarez has recovered from illness and we have better options, but Jack won't train until Monday. It's just a matter of making sure he gets the right rest and not to taking any risks."
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