Everton midfielder James McCarthy is interesting Sunderland boss David Moyes.

The Sunderland Echo says Moyes' priority is recruitment as he looks to add to his options before the transfer window closes on August 31, with Everton midfielder McCarthy the latest to be linked.

Sunderland are reported to have made an enquiry about the 25-year-old Republic of Ireland international.

Meanwhile, the club's finances have been boosted by the sale of Liam Bridcutt to Championship side Leeds United on a permanent transfer for an undisclosed fee.