Sunderland are on the brink of signing Coventry City goalkeeper Keiren Westwood.
Westwood is coming off contract at Coventry this month.
The Sky Blues were keen to keep hold of the 26-year-old Republic of Ireland international but have been unable to agree fresh terms with their No.1
Black Cats boss Steve Bruce is in the market for a new goalkeeper with continued concerns over Craig Gordon's long-term fitness.
And the Wearside club look to have jumped ahead of Everton and Leicester in the battle for Westwood's signature.
