Hull City boss Steve Bruce is keeping tabs on Steven Fletcher's situation at Sunderland.
The Sun says his future at Sunderland is in doubt - and Hull boss Bruce is waiting to pounce.
Striker Fletch played two 90 minutes over the festive period but was left on the bench at Manchester City last week.
Bruce is in the market for more firepower this month and is a big fan of the Scot.
Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew is also monitoring developments.