The Black Cats are closing-in on a deal for the out of contract player in what will be Jack Ross’ first venture into the market this summer. We’ve taken a look at ALL of the free agents linked with Sunderland so far this summer – scroll down and click through the pages to see who it could be:
5. Jon Taylor
Despite insisting he wants to return to the Championship, reports have linked the former Rotherham man with a Wearside switch. Photo: Nigel Roddis
6. Harry Brockbank
The young defender has left Bolton Wanderers this summer and a host of clubs are now believed to be keen - including Sunderland and Championship sides Photo: Marie Caley
7. Conor McLaughlin
Released by Millwall, the Northern Irish international is the latest name to be linked with Sunderland as the Black Cats eye reinforcements at right-back Photo: PAUL FAITH
8. Deji Oshilaja
The former AFC Wimbledon centre back was linked with Barnsley and the Black Cats before the end of the last campaign - and remains available on a free transfer. Photo: Marc Atkins