Phil Jones, Chris Smalling and Juan Mata also remain sidelined for meeting with the sorry Black Cats.
Gareth Bale is also back after being rested in the midweek's win over Leganes.
Hugo Lloris and Michel Vorm will both be assessed before Saturday's clash with Watford.
Adam Lallana and Jordan Henderson still absent for Stoke trip, with Philippe Coutinho a major doubt.
Jones will appear at UFC's media event for the first time in nine months to speak to the press.
Exclusive: Ricciardo told IBTimes UK of Red Bull's chances of closing the gap on Mercedes and Ferrari.
Carbonell and Aleña have been promoted from second team to visit La Rosaleda.
Andy Murray overtook Djokovic to become the new world No 1 ranked player late last year.
The 27-year-old has undergone knee scan on issue that forced him to miss midweek draw with Liverpool.
The Gunners boss says the club need to reach an agreement with the player's agent.
Potters boss also provided an injury update ahead of Saturday's clash with Liverpool at the bet365 Stadium.
IBTimes UK takes a closer look at Kings XI Punjab, the bottom team in last year's IPL.
FP1 was disrupted while FP2 was cancelled due to poor weather conditions in Shanghai.
Second practice in Shanghai was called off due to poor visibility.
Spanish international is currently on loan at AC Milan.
Weidman and Mousasi will face off in a crucial middleweight bout with hopes of a future title shot.
Martinez kept a clean sheet against West Ham on Wednesday.
Griezmann has reiterated his commitment to Atletico amid talk of a summer move.
Barcelona looking for fourth successive win in La Liga at La Rosaleda.
Gujarat Lions host KKR in their first match of the IPL 2017 on Friday.
IBTimes UK takes a closer look at the two-time IPL winning KKR.
Stratasys 3D printing technology is bringing 'race-ready' parts to McLaren's 2017 Formula 1 car.
Gastelum had asked for a bout with 'The Spider' following his win over Vitor Belfort at UFC Fortaleza.
Real Madrid face tough test against city rivals Atletico at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Yamaha rider Maverick Vinales won the first race of the 2017 in Qatar.
Arsene Wenger admitted that Arsenal tried to sign Kante last summer.
The 42-year-old made his Test debut in 2001 and became skipper in 2010.
Federer and Nadal hold the record for most Grand Slam finals played between two players - nine.
American is four shots ahead after Augusta first round with Lee Westwood among chasing pack.
Paul Parker believes the club need to freedom to turn potential into a title bid.