Sunderland are still looking to sign at least one more striker this summer - with the Black Cats monitoring Ellis Simms’ situation at Everton.
Simms impressed at the Stadium of Light during the 2022/23 campaign, scoring seven goals in 17 appearances, before he was unexpectedly recalled by The Toffees in January.
Everton are yet to make a decision on Simms’ future, while several Championship clubs would be interested if the 22-year-old was made available.
If a move doesn’t materialise, Sunderland will have a list of other targets from across the globe, while they may be able to sign another player from a Premier League club on a permanent transfer or loan deal.
Here are a few players who could be available from top-flight clubs if the Simms deal doesn’t come off.
Everton are yet to make a decision on Simms’ future, while several Championship clubs would be interested if the 22-year-old was made available.