Finance expert Kieran Maguire has warned there could be a return to a ‘toxic relationship’ between Sunderland and the fans – unless it is made clear who owns what stake in the club.
There has been a shift in power in Sunderland takeover talks – with the buying side now holding more of the cards.
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