RECAP: Sunderland AFC news - TV execs linked with takeover bid; Short's price; manager and transfer news

It has been another dramatic day for news at Sunderland as Ellis Short continues his negotiations over a potential sale of the football club.
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If you missed anything, read how the day unfolded as we brought opinion, pictures and breaking news in our live blog, including reports of a price the Black Cats owner would accept, and transfer talk. See below for a full recap.