Sunderland AFC transfer news LIVE: Phil Parkinson's response when asked about takeover

With the start of the League One season on the horizon, Sunderland AFC are continuing their preparations for their season opener against Bristol Rovers.

And bubbling away in the background is plenty of off-field takeover and transfer talk, with Phil Parkinson still keen to add to his squad before the October 16 recruitment deadline.

We’ll have the latest on the Black Cats’ hunt for new players throughout the day – so simply scroll down for fresh updates as the day progresses:

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The latest transfer and takeover news from Sunderland AFC
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