Sunderland have fallen short in their bid to sign Steven Naismith from Norwich City.

The Black Cats wanted the Scotland international on a season-long loan but personal terms have denied them his services.

Naismith joined the Canaries from Everton in January and was tipped to reunite with David Moyes at the Stadium of Light but reports indicate that any potential deal has now collapsed.

Further reports also indicate that a £4million permanent deal was being negotiated but all three parties were unable to come to an agreement.