Sunderland AFC transfer news round-up: Ex-Cat derby day hero linked with Premier League move

Sky Italia state that the ex-Chelsea, Liverpool and Sunderland forward is set to leave the San Siro in search of regular football.

And according to MilanNews, the versatile 28-year-old is unfancied by boss Stefano Pioli in any of his attacking positions and is unlikely to break into his plans having only played 70 minutes so far this campaign.

Phil Parkinson remains unsure as to when Charlie Wyke and Lynden Gooch will return to action for Sunderland and has revealed a fresh injury concern. READ MORE: Sunderland boss Phil Parkinson reveals worrying Charlie Wyke and Lynden Gooch injury update

Nigel Clough has stated that the Stadium of Light can prove a ‘difficult’ stage for players to perform on - after his Burton side claimed a key victory against Sunderland. READ MORE: Nigel Clough reveals his controversial view on Sunderland’s ‘difficult’ home atmosphere

Wycombe Wanderers boss Gareth Ainsworth insists his side will still not be able to compete financially with Sunderland - despite their American takeover. READ MORE: 'No chance': Gareth Ainsworth makes Sunderland claim following takeover

Elsewhere in League One, Portsmouth boss Kenny Jackett has reiterated that he does not intend to let any of his players leave on loan this January.

Speaking in an interview with the Portsmouth News, Jackett said: “I don’t necessarily want to be moving people out in January.

“I want this group to keep working as a group, the dynamics are important.”