Sunderland goalkeeper Vito Mannone is being linked with a return to Italy.

Mannone is expected to leave the Black Cats in the summer, no matter whether they stay up or are relegated.

The Italian has lost his first-choice status to Jordan Pickford this season under manager David Moyes.

TMW says Mannone's situation has sparked the interest of Italian clubs, with Genoa and Atalanta both keen.

WAtford are also monitoring developments.