Sunderland boss Paolo di Canio is happy to have John O'Shea available for their clash at West Bromwich Albion.
The defender sat out last weekend's game against Arsenal through suspension, but is expected to be back in the side at The Hawthorns.
"I am entitled to criticise John for making mistakes but that does not mean I don't rate him," said Di Canio.
"He is my best player, he is my captain.
"He missed a game because of the red card but for me it is not even a question that he might not be coming back into the team."
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