Sunderland look to have a deadline signing in the bag. But time will tell whether or not it’s a signing that gets the Black Cats over the promotion line this season.
After a lot of back and forth in their search for a new striker, it looks like Sunderland finally have their man.
In true Kristjaan Speakman fashion, it looks like the Sunderland sporting director has pulled off a dramatic striker signing in Jayden Danns.
On Monday, reports emerged claiming that Sunderland were set to sign Danns on loan from Liverpool, and details about his medical and more has now been revealed.
Jayden Danns could attend Middlesbrough vs Sunderland
The Northern Echo has now provided some details on Danns’ proposed move to the Stadium of Light, revealing that Sunderland and Hull City submitted similar deals for the 19-year-old, who preferred a move to Wearside.
Danns is now thought to be heading to Sunderland to undergo his medical and The Northern Echo add that: “If all goes to plan, he could then travel to the Riverside this evening to watch Sunderland take on Middlesbrough.”
Sunderland take on north-east rivals Middlesbrough on Teesside on Monday evening.
What Regis Le Bris has said about the Middlesbrough game
Playing on deadline day isn’t ideal for either Sunderland or Middlesbrough, who are both working on late transfers.
Speaking recently, Regis Le Bris gave his verdict on the timing of the Middlesbrough game, saying: “I would like this [to not play a game on deadline day, but it is not often the case. Because the market is unpredictable.”
Kick off is at 8pm on Monday night. A win for the Black Cats in front of possible new boy Danns would bring them level on points with Burnley a place ahead in 3rd.