Talks ongoing over £6m-rated Sunderland-linked striker ahead of potential summer move

Birmingham City reportedly remain in talks with Fulham over a £6-million deal for striker Jay Stansfield.

The 21-year-old was heavily linked with Sunderland 12 months ago but opted to join Birmingham City on loan instead, where he would net 13 goals in all competitions despite The Blues relegation to League One.

The Black Cats were also thought to be interested in Stansfield last January whilst it looked possible Fulham could recall the England youth international from Birmingham City. However, the move didn’t come off and the forward remained at St Andrews.

A report from The Telegraph states that a number of Championship clubs have shown interest but Birmingham City are “bidding to pull off a huge statement of intent”. They also add that talks are ongoing between the two clubs.

Birmingham City will play in League One next season after last campaign’s relegation.