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Defender eyes exit door

Sunderland defender Phil Bardsley says he will have to consider his future in the summer as he struggles for regular action.

Star eyes flying finish

Bolo Zenden says Sunderland have got what it takes to finish in the top 10 but there can be no repeats of Sunday.

Spurs duo linked with Cats

Sunderland are reported to be lining up a £10million swoop for Tottenham duo David Bentley and Jamie O'Hara.

Bruce warns striker suitors

Steve Bruce admits he would be forced to listen to offers for Liverpool target Kenwyne Jones if they bid £15m for the Sunderland ace.

Double worry for Cats

Sunderland have doubts over John Mensah and Kenwyne Jones ahead of the trip to Liverpool on Saturday.

Midfielder linked with rivals

Matt Taylor is being linked with a move away from Bolton with Sunderland and Birmingham said to be keen.

Bruce eyes three points

Steve Bruce says Sunderland need one more win and believes 38 points will be enough to keep them in the Premier League.

Agent talks up Riveros move

Midfielder Cristian Riveros' agent has revealed the Paraguay star is close to agreeing a move to Sunderland.

Double midfield boost

Sunderland captain Lorik Cana is available after suspension and could be joined in midfield by fit-again Lee Cattermole at Aston Villa.

Bent fit for Villa clash

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has confirmed striker Darren Bent will be fit for Wednesday night's trip to Aston Villa.

Striker looks to move on

Sunderland striker Daryl Murphy has said he wants to make his loan deal at Ipswich permanent in the summer.

Bruce targets midfield star

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is believed to be weighing up a £5million summer move for Spurs midfielder Jermaine Jenas.

Bruce waits on striker

Kenwyne Jones is facing a battle to be fit for Sunderland's clash with Birmingham City this weekend after limping off against Man City.

Bruce reveals Hutton hope

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has confirmed he is keen to sign on-loan defender Alan Hutton on a permanent deal.

£15m striker on Bruce radar

Black Cats boss Steve Bruce is interested in signing Wigan striker Hugo Rodallega, according to reports.

Black Cats given injury lift

Sunderland have received a major boost following the news Kenwyne Jones will be fit for the end of season run-in

Cats to sell off naming rights

Sunderland chief executive Steve Walton says the club may be interested in selling the naming rights to the Stadium of Light.

Midfielder expects to move

Teemu Tainio admits his future at Sunderland is in doubt and he hopes to shine at Birmingham now he is back to fitness.

Striker blow for Cats

Sunderland have been rocked by the news Kenwyne Jones is facing a month on the sidelines after picking up a muscle injury.

Villa ace linked again

Sunderland are again being linked with a move for Aston Villa defender Habib Beye but face competition from Fulham.

Boss eyes keeper swoop

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is reportedly planning a summer raid on former club Wigan for keeper Chris Kirkland.

Boss to get cash to splash

Steve Bruce can expect money to spend this summer to strengthen his squad despite Sunderland recording losses of £26m.

Sunderland star passed fit for City

Sunderland have received a much-needed injury boost with the news Lee Cattermole should be fit to face Manchester City on Sunday.

Quinn comments on Bruce's future

Sunderland chairman Niall Quinn insists Steve Bruce will still be manager at the club even if they are relegated this season.

Cana out of home double-header

Lorik Cana will miss Sunderland's games against Man City and Birmingham after picking up his 10th booking of the season against Bolton.

Bruce keeps tabs on striker

Sunderland are keeping tabs on Kevin Doyle at Wolves and could be lining up a summer swoop for the striker.

Double worry for Cats

Kieran Richardson and Lee Cattermole are both struggling to be fit for Sunderland's crucial clash with Bolton tonight.

Midfielder back for Cats

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce says Steed Malbranque is in the squad to face Bolton despite being disciplined by the club.

Cats eye midfielder deal

Sunderland are lining up a swoop for Tottenham midfielder Jamie O'Hara if they win their battle to beat the drop.

Black Cats offer vote of confidence

Chairman Niall Quinn says Sunderland will give Steve Bruce the opportunity to turn things around at the Stadium of Light.

Defender drops move hint

Sunderland could resurrect their interest in Habib Beye after the defender revealed he could quit Aston Villa in the summer.

No perm for Cats striker

Sunderland chief Steve Bruce has told Leicester City to forget about trying to sign loan striker Martyn Waghorn on a permanent basis.

Bruce set to axe midfielder

Sunderland midfielder Steed Malbranque looks to be heading for the exit door after falling out of favour with Steve Bruce.

Bruce set to stay

Steve Bruce has the full support of Sunderland officials and will stay in charge even if the club are relegated, reports claim.

Black Cats boss has faith in midfielder

Steve Bruce has backed Sunderland midfielder Lee Cattermole to recapture his early season form despite a poor display against Fulham.

Bruce happy to take critics

Steve Bruce says he should be taking the blame for Sunderland's poor run of form after their 0-0 draw with Fulham on Sunday.

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