Stewart Donald pledges transparency for Sunderland fans as he heads to Wearside

Donald is heading for Sunderland after the EFL told him he was free to complete his takeover on Friday afternoon.

The official transfer is expected to take place in the early days of this week and Donald's consortium will then face up to the enormous challenge that awaits them.

Donald has pledged to be open throughout.

Writing on twitter, he said: "Lot of questions to answer for Sunderland fans.

"I will try to answer them in the next few days through the official media and also fan groups etc.

"It will be a regular thing so we can keep good communication. Ask anything but I can't answer all on social media just not enough time - sorry,"

One of Donald's first tasks will be to appoint a manager who will oversee one of the busiest summers in the club's history.