On 16 August 2012, Sunderland confirmed the signing of Saha on a one-year deal.

He made his debut two days later, coming on as a substitute in a 0–0 draw with Arsenal.
His contract was mutually terminated on transfer deadline day January 2013.
During Saha's time at Sunderland, he made only 14 appearances and failed to score a single goal.
On 16 August 2012, Sunderland confirmed the signing of Saha on a one-year deal. 
He made his debut two days later, coming on as a substitute in a 0–0 draw with Arsenal. His contract was mutually terminated on transfer deadline day January 2013. During Saha's time at Sunderland, he made only 14 appearances and failed to score a single goal.
Louis Saha