Al-Ittihad's Egypt star Mohamed Nagy has attract a bid from Sunderland.
The News of the World says sources claim a bid has been made for the 26-year-old as Steve Bruce looks to bolster his squad this month.
The versatile midfielder would provide a number of options for the Black Cats boss if a move can be agreed.
However, three teams from La Liga are also on his trail on the back of his goals against Nigeria and Mozambique.
Real Sociedad, Osasuna and Real Betis have been alerted by his displays in Angola and Al-Ittihad will hope an auction develops.